Benchmark: Array.prototype.push vs spread

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Array.prototype.push
var next = [5,6]; var list = [ [1,2], [3,4] ].push(next);
Spread
var original = [ [1,2], [3,4] ]; var list = [ ...original, [5,6]]

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**What is being tested?**

The provided benchmark tests two approaches to add an element to an array in JavaScript:

1. **Array.prototype.push()**: This method adds one or more elements to the end of an array and returns the new length of the array.
2. **Spread syntax (`...`)**: This syntax creates a new array by spreading the elements of an existing array.

**Options being compared**

The benchmark compares these two approaches in terms of performance, specifically how fast they execute on different browsers and devices.

**Pros and Cons of each approach**

1. **Array.prototype.push()**:
	* Pros:
		+ Widespread support across browsers and versions.
		+ Simple to use and understand.
		+ Often used for adding elements to arrays in real-world applications.
	* Cons:
		+ Can be slower than the spread syntax, especially for large arrays.
		+ May incur additional overhead due to method calls and array length checks.
2. **Spread syntax (`...`)**:
	* Pros:
		+ Often faster than `Array.prototype.push()` for large arrays.
		+ Reduces boilerplate code and improves readability.
		+ Less likely to incur performance regressions in future browsers.
	* Cons:
		+ May not be supported in older browsers or versions (although it's widely adopted).
		+ Can be less intuitive for beginners.

**Library and its purpose**

In the provided benchmark, there is no specific library being used. However, the spread syntax (`...`) relies on the ECMAScript standard, which defines the behavior of this operator.

**Special JS feature or syntax**

There are no special features or syntaxes mentioned in the benchmark definition. It's a straightforward test comparing two common array manipulation methods.

**Other alternatives**

If you're interested in exploring other alternatives for adding elements to arrays, consider:

* Using `unshift()` instead of `push()`.
* Using `concat()` instead of spread syntax.
* Using `Array.prototype.splice()` instead of push/spread.
* Using a library like Lodash or Underscore.js that provides optimized array manipulation functions.

Keep in mind that the performance differences between these approaches can vary depending on the specific use case, browser, and version.

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Array.prototype.push

Spread

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