const arrowFunction = (name, surname) => console.log(`hi, ${name} ${surname}`);
arrowFunction('x', 'y');
function regularFunction (name, surname){
console.log(`hi, ${name} ${surname}`);
}
regularFunction('x', 'y');
--enable-precise-memory-info
flag.
Test case name | Result |
---|---|
arrow | |
regular |
Test name | Executions per second |
---|---|
arrow | 17371.1 Ops/sec |
regular | 16320.2 Ops/sec |
Let's dive into the world of JavaScript microbenchmarks on MeasureThat.net.
Benchmark Definition
The provided JSON represents a benchmark test that compares two approaches: regular function syntax and arrow function syntax. The benchmark aims to measure which approach is more efficient in terms of execution speed.
Options Compared
In this case, we're comparing:
function
keyword.=>
operator.Pros and Cons of Each Approach:
this
context binding.this
context binding.Library
There is no explicit library mentioned in the provided JSON. However, it's worth noting that some benchmarking libraries like Benchmark.js or jsbench may be used under the hood to create and run these benchmarks.
Special JS Feature/Syntax
The test case uses arrow functions, which are a concise way of defining small, single-expression functions. Arrow functions were introduced in ECMAScript 2015 (ES6) as a syntax sugar for creating small, anonymous functions.
Other Considerations
When choosing between regular and arrow function syntax, consider the specific use case:
this
context.this
context binding.Alternative Approaches
If you want to explore other alternatives, consider the following:
If you're interested in exploring these alternatives, I'd be happy to provide more information on how to set them up as benchmarks using MeasureThat.net!