v1.4.0

Update to version 1.4.0 with new features and bug fixes

Changes and Improvements:

1. Migration to ES Modules:

   • Transitioned from require to import for ES Modules in all relevant files.

2. Updated Webpack Configurations:

   • Updated webpack.config.js and webpack.dev.js to support ES Modules and modern JavaScript features.
   • Ensured simulation of __dirname and __filename in ES Modules.

3. TypeScript Configuration:

   • Adjusted tsconfig.json to ensure compatibility with ES Modules.

4. Updated NPM Scripts:

   • Adjusted NPM scripts in package.json to use webpack serve for dev and watch.

5. Bug Fixes and Optimizations:

   • Fixed issues caused by outdated or incompatible packages.
   • Ensured all necessary Babel plugins and presets for processing TypeScript and JSX are installed and configured.

This version provides significant improvements and ensures a clean, modern codebase.