The tslib package is a crucial runtime library for TypeScript projects, providing essential helper functions that enable compiled TypeScript code to execute correctly across different JavaScript environments. Version 2.6.0 was released on June 26, 2023, following version 2.5.3 which was released on June 2, 2023. While both versions share the same core purpose – supporting TypeScript's advanced language features – and are licensed under the permissive 0BSD license, there are differences that might be of interest to developers.
A key difference lies in the unpackedSize, with version 2.6.0 having an unpacked size of 83488 bytes compared to version 2.5.3's 76139 bytes. This increase suggests that version 2.6.0 likely includes enhancements, new helper functions, or possibly bug fixes that contribute to its slightly larger footprint. While still a small library, the size difference indicates internal changes and potential improvements. As a runtime library, tslib is often a dependency of other packages and not directly used by developers, the reliability and modernity of the library are important. Therefore the update can contains bug fixes and increased support for the newest version of Typescript.
Developers leveraging TypeScript should always ensure they're using a relatively recent version of tslib to benefit from the latest optimizations and compatibility improvements. Checking the changelog or release notes associated with version 2.6.0 on the official GitHub repository is recommended to understand the specific changes and bug fixes introduced.
The are not vulnerabilities for the version 2.6.0 of the package tslib