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@types/node

20.12.6

Comparision Betweeen 20.12.6 and 20.12.5

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Version 20.12.6 Details

Version 20.12.6 of the @types/node package brings subtle yet potentially impactful changes compared to its predecessor, 20.12.5. Both versions provide TypeScript definitions for Node.js, crucial for developers seeking type safety and improved code maintainability in their Node.js projects. A key similarity lies in their dependency on undici-types version ~5.26.4, indicating a consistent requirement for definitions related to the Undici HTTP client library. Both versions share the same license and repository, simplifying the understanding of their origins and usage rights. Furthermore, the number of files in each package is the same, with 65 files, suggesting that the types added/removed were made in the existent files.

The primary difference is the unpacked size, with version 20.12.6 being slightly larger at 2029609 bytes compared to 20.12.5's 2026839 bytes: a difference of approximately 2.7KB. This slight increase hints at the inclusion of new or modified type definitions, possibly reflecting updates to the Node.js API or refinements in existing type annotations. The release date is another differentiator, with version 20.12.6 released on April 9th, 2024, after version 20.12.5, released on April 5th, 2024. For developers using @types/node, this update signifies that new Node.js features might be supported or that existing definitions have been improved for better accuracy and safety. It is recommended to upgrade to the latest version to get the newest types for Node.js APIs.

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