Explain the difference between using a tilde (`~`) and a caret (`^`) before the version in a Node.js project's `package.json`.

Question

In a Node.js project's `package.json`, what is the difference between specifying a dependency with a tilde (`~`) and a caret (`^`) before the version? For example, `"express": "~4.18.2"` versus `"express": "^4.18.2"`

Accepted Answer

The tilde only allows patch updates, while the caret allows minor version and patch updates.

Answer

The tilde allows minor version and patch updates, while the caret only allows patch updates.

Answer

There is no difference, it's a matter of personal preference.

Answer

Both the tilde and caret allow major version updates.

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Explain the difference between using a tilde (`~`) and a caret (`^`) before the version in a Node.js project's `package.json`.