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What's New in JavaScript: Latest Language Updates and Features - JSJ 666

JavaScript Jabber

CHAPTER

Understanding JavaScript's Standardization Process

This chapter explores the TC39 committee's structured approach to proposing new features for JavaScript, emphasizing the importance of each proposal stage from initial concept to final approval. It highlights the complexities of maintaining backward compatibility and introduces the concept of strict mode, which enhances security and performance in JavaScript. Additionally, the discussion includes recent updates to ECMAScript, focusing on the significance of modules in contemporary frameworks while retaining existing language functionality.

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