Version 29.5.13 of @types/jest, released on September 12, 2024, provides TypeScript definitions for the popular Jest testing framework. It builds upon the previous stable version, 29.5.12, released on February 1, 2024, continuing to ensure type safety and enhanced developer experience when writing Jest tests in TypeScript. Both versions declare dependencies on expect and pretty-format, both at version 29.0.0 or higher, which are essential components for writing assertions and formatting test output within Jest. The core functionalities related to type definitions for Jest remain consistent across these versions.
A notable, technical difference lies in the unpacked size of the packages. Version 29.5.13 has an unpacked size of 78780 bytes, slightly larger than version 29.5.12's 78708 bytes, indicating minor additions or adjustments to the type definitions or included files. While the file count remains at 5 for both, even small changes in file contents can lead to a difference in the unpacked size. Developers upgrading should consider potential, though likely minimal, impact of these changes. Given the minor version increment and similar dependency structure, the upgrade from 29.5.12 to 29.5.13 appears to represent bug fixes, incremental improvements, or enhancements to existing type definitions, making it a recommended update for TypeScript users of Jest aimed at maintaining compatibility and benefiting from the latest refinements in type accuracy. Developers should always consult the changelog or release notes (if available) on DefinitelyTyped for a more detailed breakdown of specific changes.
The are not vulnerabilities for the version 29.5.13 of the package @types/jest