The @types/chai package provides TypeScript definitions for the popular Chai assertion library, enabling developers to leverage strong typing and improved code completion when using Chai in TypeScript projects. Version 4.2.13, released on October 5, 2020, builds upon the foundation laid by version 4.2.12, which was released on July 23, 2020. While both versions share the same core purpose—offering accurate type definitions for Chai—a closer comparison reveals subtle yet important differences.
The most notable change lies in the unpacked size of the package. Version 4.2.13 slightly increases to 79361 bytes compared to 4.2.12's 78989 bytes. This suggests incremental improvements, potential bug fixes, or the addition of new type definitions that enhance the overall Chai typing experience. Developers upgrading from 4.2.12 can expect a modestly larger package size. Both versions maintain the same dependency structure (no dependencies), MIT license, and repository location within the DefinitelyTyped project. Given the package's purpose within TypeScript development the incremental changes introduced in version 4.2.13 contribute to more robust and maintainable testing environments when using Chai assertions. It is therefore recommended for developers to rely on the newest version.
The are not vulnerabilities for the version 4.2.13 of the package @types/chai