@types/node version 14.18.50 is a minor update to the TypeScript definitions for Node.js, following closely after version 14.18.49. Both versions provide essential type information for developers using Node.js with TypeScript, enabling static analysis, autocompletion, and enhanced code maintainability. The core functionality remains consistent, focusing on delivering accurate type definitions for Node.js built-in modules and APIs.
The key difference lies in the release date and potentially minor bug fixes or improvements. Version 14.18.50 was released on June 10, 2023, at 19:32:47 UTC, while version 14.18.49 was released earlier the same day at 02:04:12 UTC. Interestingly there is a small difference in the unpacked size, suggesting a potential slight change in the typings provided. Developers should prefer the newer version (14.18.50) to benefit from any refinements or corrections made since the previous release. If upgrading from an older version, carefully consider the Node.js version targeted by your project, as @types/node versions are often aligned with specific Node.js releases. TypeScript developers rely on packages like this one to ensure type safety, reduce runtime errors, and improve their overall development experience when working with Node.js. The negligible dependency list and MIT license make it a straightforward inclusion for most projects.
The are not vulnerabilities for the version 14.18.50 of the package @types/node