Version 18.19.39 of the @types/node package, released on June 22, 2024, provides TypeScript definitions for Node.js, essential for developers using TypeScript to build Node.js applications. Comparing it to the previous stable version, 18.19.38 released on June 20, 2024, reveals minor differences, primarily in metadata. Both versions share the same dependency: undici-types at version ~5.26.4, indicating consistent type support for the Undici HTTP client library. They are both licensed under the MIT license and maintained within the DefinitelyTyped repository on GitHub.
The key distinction lies in the dist metadata. While both versions contain 64 files, their unpacked sizes differ slightly. Version 18.19.39 has an unpacked size of 1968736 bytes, while version 18.19.38 is marginally larger at 1968750 bytes. This suggests potential minor adjustments or optimizations in the type definitions in the newer version, such as refined type constraints or whitespace changes which are usually not relevant for the developers.
For developers, this package is crucial for type safety and improved developer experience when working with Node.js in TypeScript. The minimal changes between these two particular adjacent versions imply a stable and actively maintained package, but before upgrading to the new version, always check for breaking changes in the DefinitelyTyped repository page of NPM. Always use the latest stable version to benefit from the latest type definitions and potential bug fixes.
The are not vulnerabilities for the version 18.19.39 of the package @types/node