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@types/node

18.15.1

Comparision Betweeen 18.15.1 and 18.15.0

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

3.45 MB

Version 18.15.1 Details

@types/node provides TypeScript definitions for Node.js, crucial for developers using TypeScript to build Node.js applications. This ensures strong typing and improved code completion within IDEs, leading to fewer runtime errors. Version 18.15.1 and 18.15.0 are both recent releases offering these benefits, but a closer look reveals subtle differences that could influence a developer's choice.

The primary discrepancy lies in the unpackedSize of the package. Version 18.15.1 has an unpacked size of 3,617,737 bytes, while version 18.15.0 has an unpacked size of 3,613,311 bytes. This indicates that version 18.15.1 includes roughly 4KB more data than the previous version, suggesting potential additions or modifications to the type definitions.

Furthermore, the releaseDate differentiates the two: version 18.15.1 was released on March 13, 2023, whereas version 18.15.0 was released on March 9, 2023. This four-day gap suggests that version 18.15.1 addresses fixes, updates, or potential improvements discovered after the release of 18.15.0.

Developers should opt for the latest version, 18.15.1, to leverage potential bug fixes and refined type definitions. However, reviewing the detailed changelog (available on the DefinitelyTyped repository) is recommended to understand the precise nature of the updates and assess any potential impact on existing projects that rely on @types/node. The MIT license ensures flexibility for incorporating these definitions into various projects.

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