Version Details and Security Vulnerabilities

Fastparallel is a lightweight and efficient Node.js library designed for zero-overhead asynchronous parallel execution of functions, catering specifically to developers who need to perform parallel operations without significant performance penalties. Version 2.4.1 builds upon the solid foundation of version 2.4.0, maintaining its core functionality for parallel, each, and map function calls. Both versions share the same dependencies including reusify for object reuse and xtend for object extension, confirming the library's focus on optimization. The devDependencies also remained the same, indicating a commitment to consistent testing and linting practices using tools such as async, coveralls, fastbench, nyc and more.

The primary difference between the versions lies in the updated releaseDate and dist metadata. Fastparallel 2.4.1 was released on October 19, 2021, a notable update after version 2.4.0 released on August 20, 2020. Furthermore, a slight change in the dist attributes reflects internal adjustments. The fileCount increased from 9 to 10, and unpackedSize grew from 22795 to 23880, without altering the API. Developers can be assured of minimal disruption if they're upgrading. This suggests optimizations, bug fixes, or enhancements were implemented within version 2.4.1. The unchanged API means upgrading should be a seamless process. Both versions are licensed under ISC, with the source code available on GitHub and authored by Matteo Collina.