Version Details and Security Vulnerabilities

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cross-env

5.2.1

Comparision Betweeen 5.2.1 and 5.2.0

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

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Dependencies

Dev Dependencies

Peer Dependencies

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Unpacked Size

27.04 KB

26.21 KB

Version 5.2.1 Details

Cross-env is a popular npm package designed to solve the headache of setting environment variables consistently across different operating systems. Versions 5.2.0 and 5.2.1 offer distinct characteristics developers should consider. The core functionality, allowing developers to write scripts that seamlessly set and utilize environment variables irrespective of the platform, remains consistent in both versions.

However, a key change lies in the dependencies. While version 5.2.0 relies on "is-windows" to determine the operating system, version 5.2.1 removes this dependency. This suggests a potential shift towards a more platform-agnostic approach, possibly streamlining the codebase and potentially improving performance in non-Windows environments. Both versions share "cross-spawn" as a dependency, indicating continued reliance on this package for cross-platform process spawning.

Both versions share the same development dependencies ("kcd-scripts"), license (MIT), repository, and author information, implying continuity in development practices and licensing. The relatively small increase in file count and unpacked size in version 5.2.1 suggests minor internal adjustments or improvements. The release date difference highlights the continuous maintenance and updates the package receives, with 5.2.1 being a more recent iteration, potentially including bug fixes or minor enhancements not present in 5.2.0. Developers should prioritize the latest version to benefit from the most up-to-date features and fixes, while considering the dependency changes for potential compatibility implications.

Security Vulnerabilities

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