⚠️ Upgrading to v5.0.0? Read this first! Important Breaking Changes

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⚠️ Upgrading to v5.0? Read this first! Important Breaking Changes

If you're experiencing issues after upgrading to v5.0, this guide will help you navigate the breaking changes and updates.

Major Breaking Changes

1. New Unified Series Creation API

   • The series creation API has been completely revamped
   • Requires migration of existing chart series code

2. CommonJS Support Dropped

   • Now using ES2020 syntax
   • May require build system changes if supporting older environments

3. Plugin System Changes

   • Watermark functionality moved to plugins (TextWatermark and ImageWatermark)
   • Series markers now implemented as plugins

🔍 Key Improvements

• Multi-pane support added
• New chart types (Yield Curve and Options Charts)
• Enhanced color support with sRGB and Display P3
• Bundle size reduced by 16% (now only 35kB)
• Improved tree-shaking capabilities

📚 Essential Resources

• Complete Migration Guide - Start here for step-by-step upgrade instructions
• Full Release Notes
• Changes since v4.2.3

🆘 Need Help?

1. First, review the migration guide thoroughly
2. Check if your issue is addressed in the breaking changes section
3. Search existing issues for similar problems
4. If still stuck, create a new issue with:
   • Your migration-related code
   • Current behavior
   • Expected behavior
   • Version you're upgrading from