eslint-config-airbnb, the popular ESLint configuration that enforces Airbnb's JavaScript style guide, saw a minor version bump from 3.0.2 to 3.1.0. Comparing the two versions, the core functionalities and development dependencies remain largely the same. Both rely on the same versions of crucial tools like eslint, eslint-plugin-react, tape for testing, and babel-tape-runner for running tests with Babel. They also share the same peer dependency requirement of eslint >= 1.0.0, the MIT license, the repository URL and the author.
The key difference lies in the releaseDate. Version 3.1.0 was released on January 8th, 2016, a day after the release of 3.0.2 on January 7th, 2016. While the metadata provides limited insight into the specific code changes between these versions, the rapid release cycle suggests that version 3.1.0 likely addresses minor bug fixes, small style adjustments, or dependency updates that didn't warrant a major or minor version increase.
For developers using eslint-config-airbnb, this update implies a focus on stability and refinement. If you're already using version 3.0.2, upgrading to 3.1.0 is recommended to benefit from the latest improvements and ensure compatibility. As always, check the project's changelog (typically found on GitHub) for a detailed list of changes to fully understand the scope of the update, although a patch release is not expected to have large breaking changes. Staying current with minor updates to eslint-config-airbnb ensures adherence to the most up-to-date best practices and avoids potential compatibility issues with other packages.
The are not vulnerabilities for the version 3.1.0 of the package eslint-config-airbnb