I'd like to use JavaScript features such as optional chaining in my code, but some features like that don't appear to be available. I also usually write the code in an IDE like VS Code, maintain class definitions in separate files, and keep copies of scripts in a git repo for better source control.
Is it possible to get more information about what the JavaScript engine and version are so we know what features are available? Are there any plans on upgrading the existing JavaScript engine? Maybe even TypeScript support?
The current JavaScript engine used for processing hooks is V8 7.7.299.14, which aligns roughly with ECMAScript 6 in terms of supported features.
We're planning to upgrade to V8 12.4.254.21, which will bring support for additional modern JavaScript features. That said, V8 versions don’t map exactly to specific ECMAScript versions — support varies feature by feature.
Curious — aside from optional chaining, are there other modern JS features you're hoping to use?
Thanks for the quick reply. I'm looking forward to that upgrade!
I can't think of specific features at the moment, I just know that the optional chaining one would be a great help to avoid long logic checks for nested objects.
I agree optional chaining would be great! Whenever ChatGPT gives me code it uses optional chaining and I have to tell it to remove it 
. Some others I would like are replaceAll, groupBy, and nullish coalescing.
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