Thunky is a small and efficient npm package designed to delay the evaluation of parameterless asynchronous functions, caching the result for subsequent calls. This is particularly useful in scenarios where you want to ensure an asynchronous operation is only performed once, and its result reused. Version 1.0.3, released in October 2018, builds upon the functionality offered in version 1.0.2, released in February 2017, primarily with updates to its development dependencies, offering a more robust and maintainable development environment.
The key difference between the two versions lies in the devDependencies. Version 1.0.3 upgrades the "standard" JavaScript style checker to version "^12.0.1" from "^7.1.2" and updates "tape" to version "^4.9.1" from "^4.6.0". These changes signify an upgrade to more recent linting and testing tools, which can result in more reliable code, catch potential errors earlier in the development process, and ensure compliance with modern JavaScript coding styles.
For developers using the library, these updated dependencies are significant. While the core functionality of thunky remains unchanged, a more up-to-date development environment surrounding the package implies better long-term maintainability and a commitment to code quality. Developers can expect fewer compatibility issues and may find it easier to contribute to or extend the package in the future. The MIT license continues to provide the freedom to use and modify the package as needed for various projects.
The are not vulnerabilities for the version 1.0.3 of the package thunky