Version Details and Security Vulnerabilities

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commander

6.1.0

Comparision Betweeen 6.1.0 and 6.0.0

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

Version

Dependencies

Dev Dependencies

Peer Dependencies

Distributed Files

Unpacked Size

108.63 KB

105.5 KB

Version 6.1.0 Details

Commander.js version 6.1.0 is a minor release following version 6.0.0, both providing a complete solution for Node.js command-line programs. Examining the metadata reveals a focus on developer tooling and quality, with no direct user-facing API changes indicated by the empty dependencies object in both versions. The devDependencies sections are identical, listing tools like Jest for testing, ESLint for code linting, Standard for code style, and TypeScript with related plugins for static typing and enhanced code quality. This suggests a strong commitment to maintaining a robust and well-tested library.

The key differences lie in the dist section. Version 6.1.0 has a slightly larger unpacked size of 111233 bytes compared to 6.0.0's 108036 bytes. While seemingly small, this difference might encompass minor bug fixes, performance improvements, or internal refactorings without altering the core command-line interface. The release date also sets them apart, with version 6.1.0 being released on August 28, 2020, about a month later than version 6.0.0 released on July 19, 2020. For developers, upgrading from 6.0.0 to 6.1.0 likely provides a more stable and reliable experience due to these under-the-hood improvements, while keeping the familiar API intact. These kinds of patch/minor releases in commander tend to focus on iterative improvements and developer experience.

Security Vulnerabilities

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