Node-fetch is a lightweight module that provides the window.fetch API familiar to browser-based JavaScript developers within the Node.js environment. This allows developers to use the same familiar syntax for making HTTP requests in both client-side and server-side JavaScript, streamlining development workflows and promoting code reuse. Versions 1.1.0 and 1.1.1, while seemingly close in numbering, hold subtle distinctions.
While the core functionality remains consistent between versions 1.1.0 and 1.1.1, potential bug fixes or minor improvements might be present in the latter. A key consideration for developers is the "releaseDate." Version 1.1.1 was released on April 22, 2015, a few days after version 1.1.0 (April 17, 2015). This suggests that 1.1.1 might address immediate issues or optimizations found shortly after the previous release.
Both versions share the same dependencies including the "encoding" package, essential for handling various character encodings in HTTP responses. The "devDependencies" list, encompassing testing and development tools like Bluebird (promises), Chai (assertions), and Istanbul (code coverage), remains identical. This indicates a consistent testing and development environment across these two releases.
Developers choosing between these versions should consider whether any reported bugs or minor enhancements addressed in 1.1.1 are relevant to their specific use case. Generally, opting for the slightly newer version (1.1.1) is a sensible default, as it likely incorporates the latest refinements. Both can be used, offering a reliable solution for fetching resources.
All the vulnerabilities related to the version 1.1.1 of the package
node-fetch forwards secure headers to untrusted sites
node-fetch forwards secure headers such as authorization, www-authenticate, cookie, & cookie2 when redirecting to a untrusted site.
