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@types/node

20.11.6

Comparision Betweeen 20.11.6 and 20.11.5

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

3.8 MB

Version 20.11.6 Details

@types/node provides TypeScript definitions for Node.js, enabling developers to leverage strong typing and improved tooling when working with Node.js in TypeScript projects. Version 20.11.6, released on January 24, 2024, is a minor update compared to the previous stable version, 20.11.5, released a week earlier on January 17, 2024. Both versions share the same dependency on undici-types version ~5.26.4 and are distributed under the MIT license. The source code resides in the types/node directory within the DefinitelyTyped repository on GitHub.

The key difference between the two versions lies in their unpacked size. Version 20.11.6 has an unpacked size of 3983651 bytes, slightly larger than version 20.11.5's 3981777 bytes. This suggests that version 20.11.6 includes minor additions, corrections, or refinements to the type definitions. While the file count remains constant at 125, the increased size indicates that the individual files or their content have been modified. For developers, this implies a possible enhancement in type accuracy, better support for specific Node.js features, or the resolution of existing type-related issues. Although the changelog details require further investigation, migrating to version 20.11.6 is generally recommended to benefit from the latest improvements and ensure compatibility with the newest Node.js APIs. Developers should always check for any breaking changes or specific fixes relevant to their projects.

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