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fs-extra

1.0.0

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Version 1.0.0 Details

FS-Extra, a popular Node.js package extending the built-in fs module, provides essential file system manipulation utilities like recursive directory creation (mkdir -p), file copying (cp -r), and forced removal (rm -rf). Version 1.0.0 marks a significant update from the 0.30.0 release, incorporating changes in dependencies and development tools that developers should be aware of.

One notable difference is the removal of path-is-absolute as a direct dependency in version 1.0.0, streamlining the package's requirements. On the other hand, rimraf(used to delete files) moves from a dependency to a dev dependency. The update also sees a shift in the development dependencies. Mocha, a testing framework, is upgraded from version 2.1.0 to 3.1.2 and Semver from 4.3.6 to 5.3.0, istanbul, a code coverage tool, sees an update from 0.3.5 to 0.4.5, and standard, a javascript linter, goes from 7.0.0-beta.0 to version 8.5.0. These upgraded dev dependencies suggest improvements in testing, code quality enforcement, and overall project maintenance.

For developers considering upgrading, these changes generally point to a more robust and maintainable library. The move to more recent versions of development tools indicates a commitment to modern development practices, potentially leading to fewer bugs and easier collaboration. Existing users should review their testing and linting configurations to ensure compatibility with the newer versions of mocha and standard. While the core functionality of fs-extra remains consistent, these underlying improvements contribute to a more reliable and developer-friendly experience.

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