Webpack Dev Middleware has a new release, version 6.1.3, following closely on the heels of version 6.1.2. Both versions, designed as a development middleware for Webpack, share identical dependencies, including crucial packages like memfs, colorette, mime-types, range-parser, and schema-utils, ensuring file system management, colorful console output, and schema support. Similarly, their development dependencies remain unchanged, featuring essential tools such as jest for testing, eslint for code linting, and webpack itself for bundling. Core functionalities and peer dependencies, notably the peer dependency on webpack@^5.0.0, stay consistent, guaranteeing compatibility with Webpack 5.
The subtle difference lies in the dist section, specifically theunpackedSize being slightly different: 89258 bytes in the newer version versus 89251 bytes in the older, suggesting minor internal tweaks or adjustments. Also, the newer version was released on "2024-03-29T11:10:25.341Z", while the older was released on "2024-03-20T11:00:31.256Z". Developers already using version 6.1.2 might find the upgrade to 6.1.3 beneficial for potential bug fixes or performance improvements embedded within those small size differences. However, the core functionality and feature set remain consistent between the two versions, giving developers a stable and reliable experience. Users are encouraged to review the changelog (available on the project's repository) for detailed information on the specific changes made in the latest release to determine if the upgrade aligns with their project needs.
The are not vulnerabilities for the version 6.1.3 of the package webpack-dev-middleware