Version Details and Security Vulnerabilities

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prettier

2.8.5

Comparision Betweeen 2.8.5 and 2.8.4

Identify the differences between the current version of the package and the previous one.

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Unpacked Size

10.72 MB

11.13 MB

Version 2.8.5 Details

Prettier v2.8.5 represents a minor update over its predecessor, v2.8.4, in the popular code formatting tool. Both versions maintain the core functionality of Prettier: enforcing a consistent code style, enhancing readability, and reducing stylistic debates among developers. Both are licensed under the permissive MIT license encouraging widespread adoption in diverse projects. Furthermore, both versions share the same goal of being supported by sponsors and are backed by James Long.

The key differentiator between the two releases lies in the internal improvements and potential bug fixes addressed in v2.8.5, with a slightly smaller unpacked size of 11238844 bytes compared to v2.8.4's 11674755 likely indicating optimisations. While the version bump suggests these changes are not breaking, upgrading from v2.8.4 to v2.8.5 ensures developers benefit from the most up-to-date stability and performance enhancements. Specifically, the releaseDate indicates that version 2.8.5 was published on March 20 2023, slightly more than a month after the publication of version 2.8.4 on Febraury 8 2023. Prettier remains an invaluable asset for developers seeking automated code formatting, freeing them to focus on code logic and functionality rather than stylistic nuances. Developers aiming for optimal code quality and maintainability should stay current with the latest Prettier releases.

Security Vulnerabilities

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