webpack and babel

Question 1

What is Webpack?

Answer 1

webpack is a static module bundler for modern JavaScript applications

Question 2

What is the advantage of using Webpack (or a similar bundler) ?

Answer 2

it is incredibly configurable to better fit your needs

Question 3

What is Babel?

Answer 3

a JavaScript transpiler that converts new language features into older versions of JavaScript that can run on devices that require it.

Question 4

What is the advantage of using Babel (or a similar transpiler) ?

Answer 4

allows developers to write code using modern productivity enhancements and still run their code on older devices or systems.