Version 5.42.1 of @typescript-eslint/eslint-plugin, a crucial tool for TypeScript developers using ESLint, was released on November 7, 2022, building upon the foundation laid by version 5.42.0, released a week prior on October 31, 2022. Both versions share the same core dependencies, including debug, ignore, semver, and regexpp, ensuring consistent performance and compatibility. The development dependencies also remain consistent, indicating a focus on stability and maintaining the existing development workflow.
The crucial difference lies within the internal @typescript-eslint packages. Version 5.42.1 upgrades the dependencies on @typescript-eslint/utils, @typescript-eslint/type-utils, and @typescript-eslint/scope-manager which were all bumped from version 5.42.0 to 5.42.1. While seemingly minor, such updates often contain critical bug fixes, performance improvements, or enhancements to rule analysis and type checking. For developers, this means a potentially more accurate and efficient linting experience.
While the file count and unpacked size reported in the dist section are identical, indicating no significant changes to the overall package structure the bump from 5.42.0 to 5.42.1 likely addresses small issues or features that improve overall linting reliability. For users already on the 5.42.x series, upgrading is highly recommended to leverage these subtle but important enhancements. Those new to the plugin will benefit from starting directly with the latest version for the best experience. The peer dependencies for ESLint and @typescript-eslint/parser remain the same, guaranteeing compatibility with existing project setups.
The are not vulnerabilities for the version 5.42.1 of the package @typescript-eslint/eslint-plugin