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xmlbuilder

15.0.0

Comparision Betweeen 15.0.0 and 14.0.0

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

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311.17 KB

310.88 KB

Version 15.0.0 Details

Xmlbuilder is a popular Node.js library for programmatically constructing XML documents. Comparing versions 14.0.0 and 15.0.0, reveals a minor update with subtle but potentially impactful changes for developers. Both versions share the same core description, dependencies, development dependencies (including testing frameworks like Mocha and code coverage tools like Istanbul/NYC), license (MIT), author, and repository. This indicates a consistent development philosophy focused on maintaining backward compatibility.

The key difference lies in the dist field. While both versions maintain the same number of files (49) within the package, version 15.0.0 exhibits a slightly larger "unpackedSize," increasing from 318,340 bytes in version 14.0.0 to 318,635 bytes. This 295 byte increase suggests minor code optimizations, bug fixes, or perhaps the inclusion of additional documentation or metadata. The release date also distinguishes them, with version 15.0.0 released on March 10, 2020, following version 14.0.0 released on February 14, 2020.

For developers using xmlbuilder, the upgrade from 14.0.0 to 15.0.0 appears safe and potentially beneficial. The library continues to depend on the same toolchain for testing and development. The slightly larger size hints at improvements without introducing breaking changes. Developers seeking the most up-to-date version with potential bug fixes and optimizations should consider upgrading to version 15.0.0. However, those primarily concerned with stability and avoiding any unforeseen issues might find version 14.0.0 perfectly adequate, especially given the shared core characteristics.

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