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dep-update

Scan Go, Node.js, Python, and Rust dependencies for outdated or vulnerable packages.

4|Updated Jul 20, 2026
Search Tags:#automation#testing#security#refactoring#vulnerability#dependencies
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/highflame-ai/ai-factory --skill dep-update-highflame-ai
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: dep-update
Source: https://github.com/highflame-ai/ai-factory/tree/main/skills/dep-update
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/highflame-ai/ai-factory --skill dep-update-highflame-ai

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This skill solves the problem of dependency drift and the risks associated with bulk-updating software packages by automating the vetting, testing, and PR creation process.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Automated Inventory: Scans multiple toolchains (Go, Node.js, Python, Rust) to identify outdated or vulnerable dependencies.
  • Risk-Aware Batching: Prioritizes security patches and groups updates into coherent, reviewable batches based on changelog analysis.
  • Regression Testing: Validates updates against the repository's own test suite and regression runners before proposing a PR.

Quick Start

Ask the agent to update dependencies by running the dep-update skill to scan for and apply vetted updates to the current project.

Frequently Asked Questions about dep-update

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

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How do I automate dependency updates without breaking my build?▼

Automated dependency updates prevent build breaks by scanning for outdated packages, analyzing changelogs for risks, and validating changes against your test suite before creating a PR.

What is the best way to patch security vulnerabilities in software dependencies?▼

Patching security vulnerabilities involves scanning toolchains like Go, Node.js, Python, and Rust to identify at-risk packages, then prioritizing and batching security patches for safe remediation.

Can I batch dependency updates across multiple programming languages?▼

Yes, you can batch dependency updates across Go, Node.js, Python, and Rust by grouping outdated packages into coherent, reviewable batches based on changelog analysis and risk assessment.

How does regression testing work when updating packages?▼

Regression testing during package updates validates new dependency versions against your repository's existing test suite and regression runners to ensure stability before proposing a merge.

Does automated dependency vetting require local build systems to run?▼

Yes, automated dependency vetting requires integration with local build systems, test suites, and git-based PR orchestration to verify updates and prevent regressions before merging.

Why should I group dependency updates into batches instead of updating individually?▼

Grouping dependency updates into risk-aware batches prioritizes critical security patches and consolidates changelog analysis, making the review process more efficient and less prone to regression.

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