dep-audit

Analyze project dependencies for security vulnerabilities, maintenance status, and necessity.

1|Updated Mar 15, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/blakeox/llm-skills --skill dep-audit-blakeox
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Skill: dep-audit
Source: https://github.com/blakeox/llm-skills/tree/main/skills/dep-audit
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/blakeox/llm-skills --skill dep-audit-blakeox

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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What problem does it solve?

This Skill helps identify and evaluate project dependencies for security risks, maintenance health, and necessity, preventing supply chain vulnerabilities.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Dependency Security: Checks for known CVEs and vulnerabilities affecting dependencies.
  • Maintenance & Longevity: Assesses recency of last updates and development activity.
  • Cost & Necessity Analysis: Recommends removing or replacing unnecessary or bloated dependencies, with concrete alternatives.
  • Use Case: A developer reviews project dependencies to eliminate outdated or risky libraries, ensuring a leaner, safer codebase.

Quick Start

Run the audit to analyze all listed dependencies and receive actionable recommendations for replacement or removal.

Frequently Asked Questions about dep-audit

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

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How do I check project dependencies for security vulnerabilities?

Checking project dependencies for security vulnerabilities involves analyzing your listed libraries for known CVEs. This process evaluates third-party code to identify risks and provides recommendations to ensure a safer codebase.

What is dependency maintenance status and why does it matter?

Dependency maintenance status assesses the recency of updates and ongoing development activity for a library. Evaluating maintenance health is crucial to prevent relying on outdated third-party code and ensures software longevity.

How do I audit dependencies to remove unnecessary libraries?

Auditing dependencies to remove unnecessary libraries requires a cost and necessity analysis of your project. This evaluation identifies bloated packages and provides concrete recommendations for removal or replacement with leaner alternatives.

Can I analyze third-party libraries for supply chain risks?

Yes, you can analyze third-party libraries for supply chain risks by evaluating project dependencies. This assessment identifies security vulnerabilities, checks maintenance status, and recommends removing risky packages to prevent supply chain attacks.

What is the best way to find replacements for outdated dependencies?

The best way to find replacements for outdated dependencies is to run a comprehensive dependency analysis. This evaluates maintenance health and security risks, offering concrete alternatives to replace risky or bloated libraries effectively.