dependency-map

Map delivery dependencies and assess risks for release planning.

Updated Mar 6, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/devmuslim/pdm-skills --skill dependency-map
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Skill: dependency-map
Source: https://github.com/devmuslim/pdm-skills/tree/main/pdm-release-planning/skills/dependency-map
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/devmuslim/pdm-skills --skill dependency-map

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill helps identify and visualize all the delivery dependencies between teams, systems, and external parties, surfacing the critical path and potential risks before they cause blockers.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Dependency Identification: Gathers information on technical, data, infrastructure, external, and approval dependencies.
  • Risk Assessment: Classifies dependencies by risk level (High, Medium).
  • Critical Path Analysis: Determines the sequence of dependencies that dictates the earliest possible release date.
  • Use Case: When planning a release that involves multiple engineering teams and external vendors, use this skill to map out all interdependencies and identify which tasks are on the critical path to ensure timely delivery.

Quick Start

Map all dependencies for the upcoming Q4 release, focusing on technical and external integrations.

Frequently Asked Questions about dependency-map

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I map project dependencies and identify the critical path for a multi-team release?

To map project dependencies and identify the critical path, gather all delivery dependencies between teams and external parties. Classify them into technical, data, infrastructure, external, and approval types to determine the sequence dictating the earliest possible release date.

What is dependency risk assessment in release planning?

Dependency risk assessment in release planning is the process of classifying mapped dependencies by risk level, such as High or Medium. It flags potential blockers across teams, systems, and external parties to generate a risk summary with recommended actions for timely delivery.

How do I find critical path bottlenecks from external vendor integrations?

Finding critical path bottlenecks from external vendor integrations requires mapping external dependencies and assessing their risk levels. Classifying these dependencies highlights external delays that dictate the earliest possible release date and generates a risk summary with recommended actions.

Does dependency mapping handle technical, data, and infrastructure dependencies differently?

Dependency mapping handles technical, data, and infrastructure dependencies by classifying them into distinct categories. Assessing their individual risk levels allows for a comprehensive critical path analysis and a structured risk summary with targeted recommended actions.

When do I need to map cross-team dependencies for Scrum release planning?

You need to map cross-team dependencies for Scrum release planning when a release involves multiple engineering teams and external vendors. This process surfaces the critical path and flags potential risks before they cause delivery blockers.

What is the best way to visualize delivery dependencies and flag risks before a release?

The best way to visualize delivery dependencies and flag risks is to generate a structured dependency table and critical path narrative. Classifying dependencies into technical, data, infrastructure, external, and approval types produces a clear risk summary with recommended actions.