Version Details and Security Vulnerabilities

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dotenv

16.0.1

Comparision Betweeen 16.0.1 and 16.0.0

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

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33.37 KB

33.1 KB

Version 16.0.1 Details

dotenv version 16.0.1 is a patch release following the 16.0.0 version, primarily focused on improvements and bug fixes rather than major feature additions. Both versions serve the core purpose of loading environment variables from a .env file into process.env, a crucial practice for securing sensitive information and configuring applications for different environments.

Examining the provided data reveals a subtle difference in dist properties. Specifically, the unpackedSize of version 16.0.1 is slightly larger at 34173 bytes compared to 33894 bytes in version 16.0.0. This increase likely indicates minor code enhancements, bug resolutions or documentation improvements within the patch. These would probably not introduce breaking changes, ensuring a smooth upgrade path for existing users. The file count in the packaged code remains the same.

Developers using dotenv should feel confident upgrading to 16.0.1 for the latest stability improvements and bug fixes, without worrying about major compatibility issues. As a practice, check the official release notes for a complete list of fixes and improvements made in the patch version. The core functionality for reading environment variables remains consistent, making it reliable choice for managing configurations in Node.js applications. The "releaseDate" property allows to know when the version have been released.

Security Vulnerabilities

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