Version Details and Security Vulnerabilities

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dotenv

12.0.1

Comparision Betweeen 12.0.1 and 12.0.0

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

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Dependencies

Dev Dependencies

Peer Dependencies

Distributed Files

Unpacked Size

25.2 KB

23.78 KB

Version 12.0.1 Details

dotenv versions 12.0.0 and 12.0.1 are closely related, both serving the core function of loading environment variables from a .env file into process.env. This functionality is crucial for developers aiming to create applications that are configurable and adaptable across different environments (development, testing, production) without hardcoding sensitive information like API keys or database credentials.

A key difference between the versions lies in their dist properties. Version 12.0.1 has an unpacked size of 25808 bytes, while version 12.0.0 has an unpacked size of 24352 bytes, representing a slight increase in size which suggests minor updates, bug fixes or enhancements were introduced. The releaseDate also indicates that version 12.0.1 was released approximately an hour after 12.0.0.

Developers should prioritize using the latest version (12.0.1) to benefit from potentially enhanced stability, fewer bugs, and the most up-to-date features. The libraries listed in devDependencies, such as tap for testing, sinon for creating test doubles, standard and standard-markdown for code linting hint at a focus on code quality and maintainability. The presence of typescript and @types/node highlights the package's commitment to supporting modern JavaScript development practices and type safety. Always consult the official changelog or release notes for a detailed breakdown of the changes between the two versions to fully understand any impacts on your project.

Security Vulnerabilities

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