Hi, my name is Tom Smykowski, I'm a staff full-stack engineer. I build and scale SaaS platforms to millions of users, working end-to-end from system architecture to frontend to mobile. On this blog I share what I learn about software development tools, library evolution, and optimizing code efficiency.
What This Article Covers
This article delves into the current state of the popular JavaScript utility library Lodash, addressing persistent rumors about its demise and the much-anticipated release of Lodash 5. It explores the reasons behind the delay, potential changes in the new version, and the impact of these changes on developers who rely on the library for efficient code management.
Questions This Article Answers
- Is Lodash truly on the brink of becoming obsolete, or is there a future for it?
- What are the critical updates expected in the forthcoming Lodash 5 release?
- Why has the release of Lodash 5 been delayed, and what are the implications?
- How might the removal of certain functions, like
omit, affect your projects? - What are developers saying about the upcoming changes, and how should you prepare?
Length and Time
An insightful exploration with industry insights and practical implications. Approximately 7 minutes to read.