Playwright-core version 1.45.3 is a minor release following 1.45.2 in the widely used Playwright library, a powerful tool for automating web browsers. Both versions, licensed under Apache-2.0, provide developers with a high-level API to control browsers for tasks such as end-to-end testing, web scraping, and automating interactions. The core functionality remains consistent, offering features like cross-browser support (Chromium, Firefox, WebKit), reliable automation, and auto-waiting for elements.
The key difference lies in the release dates and potentially minor bug fixes or internal improvements. Version 1.45.3 was released on July 22, 2024, a week after version 1.45.2, released on July 16, 2024. Unpacked size of 1.45.3 is marginally bigger at 7234609 bytes compared to 7234120 bytes, suggesting small additions or modifications in the newer release.
For developers, this usually signals a stable and recommended upgrade. Minor version bumps often include crucial bug fixes and performance enhancements that improve the overall developer experience. Before upgrading, reviewing the Playwright changelog for specific details is always recommended. Even though the core API remains the same, its advisable to check for potential breaking changes or new features that, while minor, could impact existing automation scripts.
The are not vulnerabilities for the version 1.45.3 of the package playwright-core