@types/eslint provides TypeScript definitions for the popular JavaScript linting tool, ESLint, enabling developers to leverage the benefits of static typing within their ESLint configurations and custom rules. This package ensures type safety when working with ESLint's API, enhancing code quality and developer experience. Version 8.40.2, released on June 13, 2023, follows closely after version 8.40.1, released just a few days prior on June 8, 2023. Both versions share the same core dependencies, relying on @types/estree and @types/json-schema to represent the abstract syntax tree (AST) and JSON schema structures respectively. The key difference lies in the unpacked size of the package; version 8.40.2 is slightly larger at 177702 bytes compared to version 8.40.1's 177660 bytes, a marginal increase of 42 bytes. While seemingly insignificant, this difference likely indicates minor updates, bug fixes, or refinements within the type definitions themselves. Developers relying on precise type information for ESLint plugin development or custom rule creation should consider upgrading to the latest version (8.40.2) to ensure they have the most up-to-date and accurate definitions. The @types/eslint package is essential for TypeScript projects incorporating ESLint, allowing for robust static analysis and enhanced code maintainability.
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