The @types/node package provides TypeScript definitions for Node.js, essential for developers using TypeScript to build Node.js applications. Version 16.18.116, released on October 29, 2024, is a minor iteration over the previous stable version, 16.18.115, released on October 23, 2024. While both versions share the same core description, dependencies, peer dependencies, MIT license, and repository location on GitHub's DefinitelyTyped, subtle differences exist.
Notably, the unpacked size of version 16.18.116 is slightly smaller at 1,837,357 bytes compared to version 16.18.115's 1,837,585 bytes. This suggests potential optimizations or minor removals of redundant definitions in the newer version. Both versions contain 71 files. Developers should choose the latest version (16.18.116) for bug fixes, performance enhancements, or more accurate type definitions. If a developer requires features in the previous version, they can specify version 16.18.115. The package remains crucial for TypeScript developers working with Node.js, ensuring type safety and improved code completion within their IDEs. Minor updates like these are common in type definition packages, reflecting ongoing improvements and adjustments to match the evolving Node.js ecosystem.
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