Benchmark: Array.prototype.concat / spread operator

Script Preparation code:

var alpha = [ "hello", true, 7 ];
var beta = [1, 2, 3]

Tests:

Array.prototype.concat
var bravo = beta.concat(alpha);
spread operator
var other = [ ...beta, ...alpha ]

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spread operator

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**What is tested:**
The provided JSON represents a JavaScript microbenchmark that compares two approaches for concatenating arrays: the traditional `concat()` method and the new ES6 spread operator (`...`).

**Options compared:**

1. **Array.prototype.concat()**: This is a built-in method in JavaScript that concatenates two or more arrays into a single array.
2. **Spread operator (`...`)**: Introduced in ECMAScript 2015 (ES6), this syntax allows for creating a new array by spreading elements from an existing array.

**Pros and Cons of each approach:**

* **Array.prototype.concat()**:
	+ Pros:
		- Wide browser support.
		- Easy to read and maintain code.
	+ Cons:
		- Can be slower than the spread operator, especially for large arrays.
		- May involve additional memory allocation.
* **Spread operator (`...`)**:
	+ Pros:
		- Can be faster than `concat()` for large arrays due to its ability to use optimized implementations in modern browsers and engines.
		- Reduces code duplication and makes it easier to write concise code.
	+ Cons:
		- May not work as expected in older browsers or engines that don't support the spread operator.
		- Can be less intuitive for developers who are not familiar with this syntax.

**Library used:**
There is no explicit library mentioned in the provided JSON. However, it's likely that the benchmark uses a generic JavaScript engine or browser implementation that provides the necessary functions and APIs for running the tests.

**Special JS feature or syntax:**
The spread operator (`...`) is a relatively new feature introduced in ES6. It allows for creating a new array by spreading elements from an existing array, making it easier to write concise code. This syntax was not widely supported until recent years, but most modern browsers and engines have adopted it.

**Other alternatives:**
There are other ways to concatenate arrays in JavaScript, such as using the `Array.prototype.push()` method or a loop. However, these approaches may be less efficient than the spread operator for large arrays. Some examples include:

* Using `push()`: `var result = []; result.push(...alpha); result.push(...beta);`
* Using a loop: `var result = []; var i; for (i = 0; i < alpha.length; i++) { result.push(alpha[i]); } for (i = 0; i < beta.length; i++) { result.push(beta[i]); }`

These alternatives may be useful in specific situations, but the spread operator is generally considered a more efficient and concise way to concatenate arrays.

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Array.prototype.concat

spread operator

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