Version Details and Security Vulnerabilities

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@types/node

18.8.4

Comparision Betweeen 18.8.4 and 18.8.3

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

Version

Dependencies

Dev Dependencies

Peer Dependencies

Distributed Files

125

124

Unpacked Size

3.37 MB

3.36 MB

Version 18.8.4 Details

Version 18.8.4 of @types/node, released on October 10, 2022, provides updated TypeScript definitions for Node.js, building upon the previous stable version, 18.8.3, released on October 6, 2022. Both versions offer essential type information for developers using Node.js with TypeScript, enabling static analysis and improved code maintainability. The core functionality and purpose remain consistent: providing accurate and comprehensive type definitions to enhance the TypeScript development experience when working with Node.js APIs.

The most noticeable change between the two versions is an increase in the fileCount from 124 to 125, and an increase in the unpackedSize from 3526361 to 3537494 which indicates that version 18.8.4 includes some additional or modified type definition files. This could mean that new Node.js APIs or features are now supported with enhanced type safety, and existing type definitions may have been refined for better accuracy or completeness. Developers upgrading from 18.8.3 should thus expect subtle improvements and potentially new definitions reflecting the ongoing evolution of the Node.js ecosystem. Given the relatively short time between releases, it's likely that the changes address newly added functionalities, minor bug fixes, or improved coverage across existing Node.js modules. For developers using TypeScript with Node.js, keeping up to date with the latest @types/node package ensures they benefit from the most accurate and comprehensive type information available, minimizing potential type-related errors and maximizing code clarity.

Security Vulnerabilities

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