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@types/node

16.4.12

Comparision Betweeen 16.4.12 and 16.4.11

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

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Version 16.4.12 Details

Version 16.4.12 of @types/node, the TypeScript definitions for Node.js, arrived shortly after version 16.4.11, both released on August 4th, 2021. While appearing as minor updates, developers should be aware of slight differences. Both maintain the same core purpose: providing accurate and up-to-date TypeScript type information for Node.js APIs, facilitating smoother integration and reduced errors when building Node.js applications with TypeScript. Crucially, both versions are licensed under MIT, ensuring broad usability and compatibility across various projects. The repository remains consistent on DefinitelyTyped on GitHub.

The most noticeable difference is the unpacked size. Version 16.4.12 reports an unpacked size of 1,642,806 bytes, a slight increase from version 16.4.11's 1,627,307 bytes. This suggests that the update might include additional type definitions, corrections, or slight modifications to existing definitions. The fileCount remains consistently at 62. Considering the very close release dates, this update probably addresses specific bug fixes or adds support for newer Node.js features not quite completed for 16.4.11. Developers experiencing issues with type compatibility or wishing to leverage the latest Node.js APIs might find benefit in updating to version 16.4.12. Always check the project's changelog for further details.

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