Version Details and Security Vulnerabilities

The @types/node package provides TypeScript definitions for Node.js, enabling developers to leverage the power of TypeScript with their Node.js projects. Version 16.11.65 was released on October 10, 2022, following the previous stable version 16.11.64 released on October 3, 2022. While both versions share the same core function of providing TypeScript definitions, subtle differences exist, primarily in the unpacked size of the package. Version 16.11.65 weighs in at 3,418,090 bytes unpacked, a slight increase from version 16.11.64's 3,416,658 bytes. This suggests that maintenance include minor updates, potential bug fixes, or refinements to the existing type definitions.

For developers, this means that upgrading from 16.11.64 to 16.11.65 should be a seamless experience. The package is distributed under the MIT license and maintained within the DefinitelyTyped repository, ensuring community-driven quality and continuous updates. The consistent file count of 119 across both versions further indicates that the structural organization of the type definitions remains unchanged. Developers seeking the most up-to-date and potentially refined TypeScript definitions for their Node.js projects should consider updating to version 16.11.65, especially if they have encountered any minor issues or seek the latest improvements. Always refer to the DefinitelyTyped repository for detailed change logs and potential breaking changes, although the iterative nature of these releases typically implies backward compatibility.