The @types/node package provides TypeScript definitions for Node.js, crucial for developers using TypeScript to build Node.js applications. Versions 14.0.3 and 14.0.2 are closely related, both released on the same day (May 19, 2020), suggesting a quick follow-up patch. While both share the same core metadata – description, license (MIT), repository details at DefinitelyTyped, and lack explicit dependencies – a deeper look reveals subtle differences.
Both have the same file count (61), but the unpacked size of version 14.0.3 (704770 bytes) is slightly larger than version 14.0.2 (704492 bytes). This small size difference hints at minor adjustments, potentially bug fixes, updated type definitions, or even documentation tweaks within the TypeScript definition files.
Developers should consider updating to version 14.0.3 to benefit from the latest refinements and ensure they're working with the most up-to-date type information. Often, these small updates address edge cases, improve autocompletion accuracy, or align the type definitions more closely with the actual Node.js runtime behavior. Checking the DefinitelyTyped repository's commit history for types/node around the release date would provide precise details on the changes, allowing developers to assess the relevance of the update to their specific projects. If encountering type-related issues or inconsistencies while using an older version, upgrading to 14.0.3 becomes highly advisable.
The are not vulnerabilities for the version 14.0.3 of the package @types/node