dependency-recommender

Analyze manifests and code patterns to recommend dependencies with rationale.

10|26|Updated Jul 8, 2025
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/patternfly/ai-helpers --skill dependency-recommender
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Skill: dependency-recommender
Source: https://github.com/patternfly/ai-helpers/tree/main/plugins/repo-management/skills/dependency-recommender
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/patternfly/ai-helpers --skill dependency-recommender

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This skill helps teams identify dependencies that reduce complexity, improve stability, and enhance reusability by analyzing manifests and code patterns in a project.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Context-aware recommendations for common package ecosystems (e.g., npm, pip, Maven) based on project patterns.
  • Rationalized selections that replace custom logic, duplicate libraries, or risky dependencies.
  • Use Case: When planning a refactor, generate a prioritized list of dependencies with short rationales.

Quick Start

Analyze your project to generate a structured list of recommended dependencies with rationale.

Frequently Asked Questions about dependency-recommender

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

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How do I identify dependencies that would reduce complexity in my project?

To identify dependencies that reduce complexity, this skill analyzes your manifests and code patterns to return a structured list of recommended dependencies with rationale, targeting custom logic and duplicate libraries for replacement.

What's the best way to get context-aware package recommendations for npm and Maven projects?

The best way to get context-aware package recommendations is by scanning your manifests and common patterns across npm, pip, and Maven ecosystems, which generates tailored selections based on your specific project configuration.

Can I analyze lockfiles and cross-language configurations to improve dependency stability?

Yes, you can analyze lockfiles and cross-language configurations to improve stability, as the skill scans these files alongside manifests to tailor recommendations that increase project robustness and enhance reusability.

How do I generate a prioritized list of dependencies with rationales for a refactor?

To generate a prioritized list of dependencies for a refactor, the skill scans your project patterns and outputs a structured review list where each recommended dependency includes a short rationale explaining its inclusion.

Does dependency analysis work with pip and Maven or is it limited to package.json?

Dependency analysis is not limited to package.json; it explicitly works with pip and Maven ecosystems by applying context-aware recommendations to cross-language configurations and common project patterns.

When should I not use automated dependency recommendations for my codebase?

You should not use automated dependency recommendations when your project lacks manifests or lockfiles, as the skill relies on scanning these files and common code patterns to generate rationalized selections and tailored rationales.