babel-intro

Question 1

What is Babel?

Answer 1

Babel is a JavaScript compiler, it converts newer version of JavaScript code into a compatible version to be used in current or older browser.

Question 2

What is a Plug-in?

Answer 2

A plug-in is a software component that adds a specific feature to an existing computer program.

Question 3

What is a Webpack loader?

Answer 3

A Webpack loader help webpack to compile or transform a given type of source code that can be bundled as a JavaScript module.

Question 4

How can you make Babel and Webpack work together?

Answer 4

You would have to specify babel-loader as the loader in the webpack.config.js file.
(in module.rules)