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@types/node

16.18.80

Comparision Betweeen 16.18.80 and 16.18.79

Identify the differences between the current version of the package and the previous one.

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121

Unpacked Size

3.39 MB

3.37 MB

Version 16.18.80 Details

The @types/node package provides TypeScript definitions for Node.js, enabling developers to write type-safe Node.js applications. Version 16.18.80, released on February 8, 2024, represents a subtle update from the previous stable version, 16.18.79, released a week earlier on February 1, 2024. Both versions share the same core characteristics: they are licensed under MIT, have no direct dependencies, and are sourced from the DefinitelyTyped repository on GitHub. Crucially, both appear to contain 121 files.

The most noticeable difference lies in the unpacked size: version 16.18.80 has an unpacked size of 3,551,943 bytes while the older version has unpacked size of 3,537,251. This 14,692 bytes increase suggests potential additions, modifications, or refinements to the type definitions within the package. Developers should be aware that this isn't a major version bump, implying no breaking changes are expected. The update likely includes either bug fixes, improvements to existing type definitions, or the addition of new type definitions for recently added Node.js APIs. While subtle, these refinements contribute to a more accurate and comprehensive type safety net for Node.js development using TypeScript, meaning fewer runtime errors. For developers already using the @types/node package, upgrading to version 16.18.80 is recommended to take advantage of the latest type definitions and possible bug fixes, ensuring code aligns with the newest Node.js capabilities.

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