Nanoid, a compact and secure URL-friendly unique string ID generator, has released version 4.0.0, marking an evolution from its previous stable version 3.3.11. Both versions maintain the library's core promise: creating unique IDs efficiently. However, several key differences emerge for developers to consider.
Version 4.0.0 boasts a reduced unpacked size of 15262 bytes and 15 files, a notable decrease compared to version 3.3.11's 32583 bytes and 25 files indicating potential performance enhancements and a leaner footprint. This reduction could translate to faster install times and reduced overall bundle size for applications leveraging Nanoid. On the other hand, version 3.3.11 has funding information, while 4.0.0 doesn't.
Notably, the release date of version 3.3.11 is in the future, which suggests either a data entry error or a pre-release version being mistakenly labeled. Version 4.0.0 has a sensible release date in the past.
Developers should evaluate these differences based on their project's specific needs. If bundle size and performance are paramount, version 4.0.0 may be a compelling upgrade.
All the vulnerabilities related to the version 4.0.0 of the package
Predictable results in nanoid generation when given non-integer values
When nanoid is called with a fractional value, there were a number of undesirable effects:
Version 3.3.8 and 5.0.9 are fixed.
