Version Details and Security Vulnerabilities

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@types/node

16.18.9

Comparision Betweeen 16.18.9 and 16.18.8

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

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Dependencies

Dev Dependencies

Peer Dependencies

Distributed Files

119

Unpacked Size

3.27 MB

Version 16.18.9 Details

@types/node version 16.18.9 represents a small yet significant update to the TypeScript definitions for Node.js, building upon the foundation laid by version 16.18.8. Both versions provide essential type information developers need to leverage the full power of TypeScript within their Node.js projects, ensuring type safety and improved code maintainability. The core functionality remains consistent, offering comprehensive coverage for Node.js APIs.

A key difference between the two versions lies in the "unpackedSize" attribute within the "dist" object. While version 16.18.8 had an unpacked size of 3,425,119 bytes, version 16.18.9 sees a slight increase to 3,425,135 bytes. This suggests that some minor refinements, adjustments, or additions have been made to the type definitions. While the file count remains constant at 119, the updated unpacked size hints at potential bug fixes, documentation improvements, or subtle expansions of the type coverage.

The release date also illustrates the recency of the changes, with version 16.18.9 released on December 13, 2022, following version 16.18.8 released on December 10, 2022. Developers are encouraged to upgrade to the newer version to benefit from the latest enhancements and fixes. Given the minimal size difference, the upgrade should be seamless and provide a slightly more robust experience for TypeScript-based Node.js development. As the official TypeScript definitions, both ensure seamless integration and compatibility with recent Node.js versions.

Security Vulnerabilities

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