babel-helper-function-name
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The babel-helper-function-name package is a utility that helps with naming function expressions in your JavaScript code, primarily used with Babel, a JavaScript compiler. This package is particularly useful when working with anonymous functions or when you want to ensure your stack traces are more readable by providing names to otherwise unnamed functions. It can also be useful for debugging purposes and for making your code more understandable.
Naming anonymous function expressions
Automatically assigns names to anonymous function expressions to improve stack traces and debugging. The code sample shows how you might use babel-helper-function-name in a Babel plugin to transform code by naming an anonymous function.
babel.transform('let f = function() {};', { plugins: [functionNamePlugin] });This package is a Babel plugin that transforms and assigns names to function expressions. It is similar to babel-helper-function-name but works at the plugin level, allowing for broader transformations within the Babel ecosystem. It can automatically name functions based on their context, improving the readability of stack traces and debug information.
While not directly related to function naming, babel-plugin-add-module-exports modifies module export behavior in a way that can affect how functions are exported and named. It ensures that the module.exports is properly set, which can indirectly influence function naming and debugging. It's a complementary tool for developers looking to improve code clarity and interoperability.
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Helper function to change the property 'name' of every function
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