@types/node versions 13.13.37 and 13.13.38 provide TypeScript definitions for Node.js, crucial for developers using TypeScript in their Node.js projects. Both versions are licensed under the MIT license and are sourced from the DefinitelyTyped repository on GitHub, ensuring community maintenance and reliability. They share the same empty dependencies, implying that these definition files are self-contained and do not rely on other npm packages for their functionality.
The key difference lies in their release dates and unpacked size. Version 13.13.38 was released shortly after 13.13.37, with only about 11 minutes separating them. While both versions contain 55 files, version 13.13.38 has a slightly larger unpacked size of 710416 bytes compared to 13.13.37's 708535 bytes (an increase of 1881 bytes). This suggests minor updates or additions to the TypeScript definitions in the newer version.
For developers, upgrading from 13.13.37 to 13.13.38 should be a low-risk operation, as the changes seem incremental. Those who value having the latest definitions and potential bug fixes will want to upgrade. However, the bump in unpacked size implies some change, and carefully reviewing the changelogs or diffs (if available) from DefinitelyTyped is advised when upgrading between any versions, to ensure compatibility with your project and awareness of the specific adjustments made to the Node.js TypeScript definitions. Both versions are foundational for leveraging TypeScript's type safety and tooling within Node.js development.
The are not vulnerabilities for the version 13.13.38 of the package @types/node