@types/node version 22.5.5 is a minor release from version 22.5.4, providing updated TypeScript definitions for Node.js. Both versions share the same dependency on undici-types at version ~6.19.2, indicating consistent alignment with the undici HTTP client type definitions. Both are distributed under the MIT license and managed within the DefinitelyTyped repository on GitHub, specifically in the types/node directory making them easy to find and contribute. A notable difference lies in the unpackedSize which increased marginally, from 2203331 bytes in version 22.5.4 to 2203518 bytes in version 22.5.5. This suggests a small addition or modification to the type definitions, possibly addressing specific Node.js API nuances or refinements. While the file count remains consistent at 66, this slight size increase could involve bug fixes, improved type accuracy, or enhanced support for newer Node.js features.
The release date of version 22.5.5 is September 14, 2024, a roughly ten day difference from version 22.5.4 which was released on September 4, 2024. Considering this, developers should migrate to the newer version to obtain the most up-to-date and accurate type information bolstering code completion, reducing runtime errors associated with incorrect type assumptions, and improving overall developer experience when working with Node.js projects in TypeScript. Always review the change logs on the DefinitelyTyped repository or consider tools to spot specific differences to fully understand the implications of updating.
The are not vulnerabilities for the version 22.5.5 of the package @types/node