Version Details and Security Vulnerabilities

Parcel 2.14.4 is a minor release focusing primarily on internal package updates and refinements compared to the previous version, 2.14.3. While the core functionality of this blazing-fast, zero-configuration web application bundler remains the same, developers should be aware of the synchronized version bumps across Parcel's internal dependencies. Inspecting dependency changes such as @parcel/fs, @parcel/core, @parcel/utils, @parcel/events, @parcel/logger, @parcel/diagnostic, @parcel/reporter-cli, @parcel/feature-flags, @parcel/config-default, @parcel/package-manager, @parcel/reporter-tracer, and @parcel/reporter-dev-server may reveal subtle bug fixes, performance enhancements, or security patches within those specific packages. Notably, chalk, get-port and commander are consistent in both versions, this allows developers to use the tools without worries about compatibility issues.

Developers upgrading from 2.14.3 should test their builds to ensure compatibility with these updated internal dependencies. Although the public API likely remains unchanged, unforeseen regressions are always possible. The devDependencies including @babel/core remain unchanged, ensure that your babel configuration is updated to the latest Parcel standards. Both versions maintain the MIT license, open collective funding model, and are hosted in the same GitHub repository. Be aware to download the correct version as the release date metadata available on npm registry can differ between the 2 versions.