The npm package type, a utility for runtime JavaScript type validation and processing, saw a release of version 2.7.0 on August 3, 2022, following the 2.6.1 release on July 29, 2022. While both versions share the same core description and maintainership under Mariusz Nowak of medikoo.com, a closer look reveals some subtle but potentially impactful changes for developers.
The most immediate difference lies in the devDependencies. Version 2.7.0 upgrades the eslint dependency from version 8.20.0 to 8.21.0. This likely signifies updates to the linting rules and code style enforcement, which might require adjustments in projects heavily reliant on the type package for development and contribution. While seemingly minor, keeping up to date with linting tools helps ensure code quality and consistency, ultimately benefiting developers.
Moreover, the dist object shows a slight increase in both fileCount (from 136 to 141) and unpackedSize (from 78858 to 80814 bytes). The increased fileCount is an indicator of new files added to the package, probably related to improved typings, updated documentation, some adjustments to the lint task or new features included. The small increase in the unpackedSize is probably closely related with the added files and can suggest a larger API or more complex code. Developers should always asses the size of their dependencies and decide if these changes are worth the upgrade.
For developers already using the type package, upgrading to version 2.7.0 primarily entails reviewing potential changes triggered by the eslint update and acknowledging the slightly larger package size. New users will simply benefit from the latest refinements and potential bug fixes.
The are not vulnerabilities for the version 2.7.0 of the package type
