JavaScript runtime Deno launches v1.40 with enhanced features, paving the way for Deno 2

Deno, the JavaScript runtime known for its productivity, security, and performance, has recently launched version 1.40, marking a significant progression in its evolution. The new release comes equipped with an array of features designed to augment the Deno experience.

Among the new additions is the robust Temporal API, designed for sophisticated date and time operations. The latest decorator syntax has also been incorporated, allowing for more expressive code.

In parallel with these enhancements, Deno has executed a series of deprecations, stabilizations, and removals. These actions are intended to streamline Deno’s capabilities and pave the way for the forthcoming Deno 2.

Deno 1.40 also brings updates to the Node.js API, improvements to the Language Server Protocol (LSP), and better-looking diagnostics. Updates to deno lint, along with advancements in managing unstable features, are also part of this update. This new version of Deno thus represents a significant step forward, setting the stage for the future of this JavaScript runtime environment.