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@types/node

18.11.16

Comparision Betweeen 18.11.16 and 18.11.15

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

125

Unpacked Size

3.4 MB

Version 18.11.16 Details

The @types/node package provides TypeScript definitions for Node.js, essential for developers using TypeScript in their Node.js projects. Version 18.11.16 was released on December 16, 2022, succeeding version 18.11.15, released just a few days prior on December 13, 2022. While both versions share the same core characteristics – MIT license, source code hosted on the DefinitelyTyped GitHub repository, and identical file count of 125 – a key difference lies in the unpackedSize. Version 18.11.16 shows a slightly larger size of 3562420 bytes compared to version 18.11.15's 3562264 bytes, suggesting subtle updates to the type definitions.

For developers, this typically indicates improvements, bug fixes, or additions to the type definitions, enhancing the accuracy and completeness of TypeScript support for Node.js APIs. Although the package dependencies remain empty, the increased size might include refined definitions for existing Node.js modules, better support for newer Node.js features, or fixes for potential type errors identified in the previous version. When upgrading between such closely released versions, it's generally beneficial to review the commit history on the DefinitelyTyped repository for a detailed changelog, which can pinpoint the exact modifications. By keeping @types/node up-to-date, developers can ensure their TypeScript code benefits from the latest and most accurate type information, leading to better code completion, fewer compile-time errors, and improved overall code quality in Node.js projects.

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