Version Details and Security Vulnerabilities

The @types/node package provides TypeScript definitions for Node.js, enabling developers to write type-safe Node.js applications. Version 20.16.14 was released on October 22, 2024 following version 20.16.13 released on October 19, 2024. Both share the same dependency undici-types at version ~6.19.2, ensuring compatibility with the undici HTTP client library. The key difference lies in the subtle alterations reflected in the dist section: 20.16.14 has an unpacked size of 2213024 bytes, while 20.16.13 is slightly smaller at 2212721 bytes. Both versions contain 75 files. This indicates minor updates, potentially bug fixes, or refinements to the type definitions themselves.

For developers, this suggests an incremental improvement rather than a major overhaul. While using either version is generally safe, upgrading to 20.16.14 is recommended to benefit from the latest corrections and ensure the most accurate type hinting for their Node.js projects. Specifically, TypeScript users should update to leverage these refined definitions so they can catch more potential errors during development, improve code maintainability, and reduce runtime issues in their Node.js applications. The license remains MIT, granting developers freedom to use and modify the definitions. Consider reviewing the DefinitelyTyped repository on GitHub for a detailed commit history to understand the specific changes introduced.