Qrcode-terminal is a valuable npm package for developers seeking to generate QR codes directly within their terminal environments. Version 0.12.0, released on March 20, 2018, represents an evolution from the previous stable version, 0.11.0, which was released on September 22, 2016.
A key difference lies in the package distribution details. Version 0.12.0 specifically quantifies the "dist" object providing insights into the packaged size, with a "fileCount" of 21 and an "unpackedSize" of 96504 bytes. This detailed package information is not present in version 0.11.0 indicating a potential enhancement in the packaging and release process for the newer version. For developers, this means a potentially more optimized or refined package structure, although the functionality remains largely consistent between the versions.
Both versions share the same core dependencies, including Sinon, Mocha, Expect.js and JSHint, suggesting a consistent approach to testing and code quality. The repository URL also remains the same, meaning the source code location has not changed. Developers already familiar with the tool can upgrade to version 0.12.0 for potential improvements in packaging, while maintaining confidence in a stable and well-tested library. If file size and package organization are crucial considerations for their project, version 0.12.0 provides additional transparency in those areas.
The are not vulnerabilities for the version 0.12.0 of the package qrcode-terminal