Version Details and Security Vulnerabilities

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commander

4.0.0

Comparision Betweeen 4.0.0 and 3.0.2

Identify the differences between the current version of the package and the previous one.

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Unpacked Size

87.14 KB

76.12 KB

Version 4.0.0 Details

Commander.js version 4.0.0 represents an evolution from the previous stable release, version 3.0.2, offering developers refined tools for building command-line interfaces (CLIs) in Node.js. While both versions share the same core mission of simplifying CLI creation and are licensed under the permissive MIT license by TJ Holowaychuk, key differences lie in their development dependencies and release timing. Version 4.0.0, released on November 1, 2019, introduces jest for testing, @types/jest for TypeScript definitions related to Jest, eslint-plugin-jest for linting Jest tests and keeps eslint and typescript versions in sync with the previuos release. These additions signify a shift towards a more robust and standardized testing and linting environment during development. Removed are sinon and should. Version 3.0.2, released earlier on September 26, 2019, relied on sinon and should for testing.

For developers considering upgrading, the change in testing frameworks is the most notable difference. The move to Jest offers modern features and potentially a different testing style. Both versions maintain the same author and repository, ensuring continuity for existing projects. Furthermore, v4.0.0 shows slightly increased unpacked size compared with the previous release, due to the extra dev dependencies. Developers should review their testing and linting workflows when upgrading to ensure compatibility with the new dependencies. Both versions offer a stable foundation for building powerful and user-friendly CLIs.

Security Vulnerabilities

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