Version Details and Security Vulnerabilities

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@types/node

20.8.2

Comparision Betweeen 20.8.2 and 20.8.1

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

3.74 MB

Version 20.8.2 Details

Version 20.8.2 of the @types/node package represents a minor update to the TypeScript definitions for Node.js, following closely after version 20.8.1. Both versions maintain a consistent structure, sharing the same number of files (125) and unpacked size (3,919,917 bytes), suggesting a relatively small set of changes between releases. The license remains MIT, ensuring freedom of use and modification, and the source code is hosted on the DefinitelyTyped repository on GitHub.

The key difference lies in the releaseDate. Version 20.8.2 was published at "2023-10-02T21:06:33.642Z", approximately one hour after version 20.8.1, which was released at "2023-10-02T20:06:24.824Z". This small window indicates that version 20.8.2 likely addresses a bug fix, a minor type correction, or an updated definition that was deemed important enough to warrant a quick release.

For developers using the @types/node package, upgrading from 20.8.1 to 20.8.2 is recommended. While the changes might be subtle, they likely improve the accuracy or completeness of the TypeScript definitions, potentially preventing type-related errors during development. Developers who encountered typing issues with Node.js APIs while using version 20.8.1 should especially consider upgrading to see if the problem has been resolved. Keep an eye on the DefinitelyTyped repository or related changelogs for specific details on the changes introduced in version 20.8.2. Always ensure the @types/node package aligns with the installed Node.js version to avoid compatibility issues.

Security Vulnerabilities

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