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@types/node

20.12.12

Comparision Betweeen 20.12.12 and 20.12.11

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

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1.96 MB

Version 20.12.12 Details

@types/node version 20.12.12 is a minor update to the TypeScript definitions for Node.js, building upon the previous stable version 20.12.11. Both versions share the same core purpose: providing accurate type information for Node.js APIs, which is crucial for TypeScript developers seeking type safety and improved code completion in their projects. Both rely on the same dependency, undici-types at version ~5.26.4, suggesting that the updates don’t fundamentally alter their approach to HTTP client type definitions. The license remains MIT, ensuring broad usability.

The key difference lies in the dist section. Version 20.12.12 shows a slight increase in unpackedSize, now at 2057279 bytes compared to 2056327 bytes in version 20.12.11, despite both containing the same fileCount of 65. This suggests minor modifications or additions to the type definitions themselves rather than structural changes in the package. While this size difference is relatively small, it could reflect updates adding new Node.js API definitions or refining existing ones to improve accuracy.

The release date also highlights a difference with version 20.12.12 being released more recently with it being on 2024-05-14 compared to 2024-05-08 of the previous one. Developers considering updating should evaluate whether the newer definitions address any typing issues encountered in their projects or provide better coverage for recently introduced Node.js features. While no breaking changes are indicated, it is always prudent to review the changelogs within the DefinitelyTyped repository to confirm any specific fixes or additions relevant to their code.

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