Version 4.0.43 of @types/node, a package providing TypeScript definitions for Node.js, arrived on May 18, 2018, building upon the previous stable release, version 4.0.42 (released May 3, 2018). TypeScript developers relying on accurate type information for Node.js will find this update potentially beneficial.
A notable difference lies in the unpacked size of the package. Version 4.0.43 comes in at 121863 bytes after unpacking, subtly smaller compared to version 4.0.42's footprint of 124644 bytes. While seemingly minor, this could reflect refinements in the type definitions themselves, potentially indicating improved accuracy or removal of redundant declarations. Both versions contain 4 files in their respective archives. Developers should be mindful of this subtle difference, especially in resource-constrained environments or when optimizing for minimal install sizes.
Both versions share the same MIT license, ensuring broad compatibility with various projects. The repository URL points to DefinitelyTyped, indicating these definitions originate from the community-driven source of high-quality TypeScript type definitions. As with all @types packages, users will want to ensure that their installed version is compatible with both their TypeScript compiler version and the particular Node.js version targeted within their project, thereby avoiding potential type mismatches or compilation issues during development. The relatively close release dates suggests that this update addressed small issues present in version 4.0.42 and users are encouraged to upgrade.
The are not vulnerabilities for the version 4.0.43 of the package @types/node