Wrenching re: Dura Ace rear derailleur & shifters

Looking to replace my rear derailleur which is 7800 with 7900; however, I am not planning to change my 7800 shifters.

I see that the 7900 has a slightly longer cage to “accommodate Shimano’s extended range cassettes,” but b/c I run only 10 speed I do not need a longer cage.

Is the 7900 rear derailleur compatible with (meaning will it work flawlessly) with my 7800 shifters?

Bonus Question: What about the 7900 front derailleur with my 7800 brifters?

7800 and 7900 are backwards and forwards compatible so they will work fine.

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7800 and 7900 are backwards and forwards compatible so they will work fine.

Excellent; thank you!