Version Details and Security Vulnerabilities

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redux

4.2.0

Comparision Betweeen 4.2.0 and 4.1.2

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

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Unpacked Size

174.41 KB

165.39 KB

Version 4.2.0 Details

Redux 4.2.0 represents a minor update to the widely used state management library, building upon the solid foundation of version 4.1.2. While the core functionality remains consistent, developers considering upgrading should focus on the subtle differences and potential benefits. Both versions share identical dependencies, including @babel/runtime for optimized runtime support, and a comprehensive suite of development dependencies for building, testing, and linting the library. This indicates that the update doesn't bring significant changes to the underlying build process or the tooling required for contribution or extension.

A noteworthy difference lies in the dist object. Version 4.2.0 has a fileCount of 21 whereas version 4.1.2 has a fileCount of 22. Version 4.2.0 has an unpackedSize of 178599, a bigger size than the unpackedSize for version 4.1.2 which is 169357. This might indicate changes in the included files or optimizations in the build output. The release dates highlight the update history with version 4.2.0 being released on 2022-04-18, a few months later than version 4.1.2 released on 2021-10-28.

For developers already using Redux, the upgrade to 4.2.0 appears straightforward given the consistent dependency list. However, examining the detailed changelog provided with the package is essential to understand the specific bug fixes, performance improvements, or minor API adjustments that justify the update. Before upgrading, consider examining the potential impact of the changes in file count and unpacked size to ensure compatibility with existing project configurations and deployment strategies.

Security Vulnerabilities

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