dependency-audit

Inspect npm, Yarn, pip, and Cargo dependencies for vulnerabilities and license compliance.

10|5|Updated Jan 29, 2026
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npx skills add https://github.com/Claude-Code-Community-Ireland/claude-code-resources --skill dependency-audit-claude-code-community-ireland
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Skill: dependency-audit
Source: https://github.com/Claude-Code-Community-Ireland/claude-code-resources/tree/main/plugins/vibeworks-library/skills/dependency-audit
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/Claude-Code-Community-Ireland/claude-code-resources --skill dependency-audit-claude-code-community-ireland

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill helps you manage dependencies effectively, ensuring security, compliance, and up-to-date packages, thereby reducing project risks and maintenance overhead.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Dependency Evaluation: Guides you through a checklist to assess new dependencies for maintenance, adoption, bundle size, license, and security.
  • Vulnerability Scanning: Provides commands and CI integration examples for scanning npm, Yarn, pip, and Cargo dependencies for known vulnerabilities.
  • Automated Updates: Details configurations for Dependabot and Renovate to automate dependency updates with defined strategies.
  • License Compliance: Offers tools and a matrix for checking license compatibility and ensuring adherence to project policies.
  • Use Case: Before adding a new JavaScript library to your project, use this Skill to run through the evaluation checklist, scan for vulnerabilities, and understand its license implications.

Quick Start

Use the dependency-audit skill to scan your npm project for security vulnerabilities.

Frequently Asked Questions about dependency-audit

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

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How do I scan npm and pip dependencies for security vulnerabilities?

Dependency vulnerability scanning uses provided commands and CI integration examples to detect known security issues in npm, Yarn, pip, and Cargo package files.

What should I check before adding a new JavaScript library to my project?

Before adding a new JavaScript library, run through an evaluation checklist assessing maintenance, adoption, bundle size, license, and security to reduce project risks.

How do I automate dependency updates with Dependabot and Renovate?

Automated dependency updates involve configuring Dependabot and Renovate with defined strategies to keep packages current and reduce maintenance overhead.

Does this dependency management guidance cover monorepo and lock file hygiene?

Dependency management guidance covers strategies for lock file hygiene and monorepo management to ensure secure and compliant package versions.

How do I check license compliance for npm and Cargo packages?

License compliance checking uses provided tools and a matrix to verify license compatibility and ensure adherence to project policies for npm and Cargo packages.

What is the procedure for responding to dependency vulnerability scanning alerts?

Vulnerability response procedures outline the steps to address known security issues identified during dependency scanning, ensuring timely remediation.