dependency-upgrade

Manage major dependency upgrades with compatibility analysis and staged rollouts.

2|Updated Jan 18, 2026

Search Tags:#testing #versioning #react #npm #compatibility #dependencies #upgrade

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Skill: dependency-upgrade
Source: https://github.com/as4584/antigravity-skills/tree/main/agents-wshobson/plugins/framework-migration/skills/dependency-upgrade
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/as4584/antigravity-skills --skill dependency-upgrade-as4584

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What problem does it solve?

This Skill streamlines the complex and often risky process of upgrading major dependencies and framework versions, ensuring compatibility and minimizing disruption.

Core Features & Use Cases

Version Auditing: Identifies outdated and vulnerable dependencies.
Compatibility Analysis: Provides tools and strategies to check for breaking changes and ensure new versions work together.
Staged Rollout: Guides users through incremental updates with phased implementation and testing.
Automated Fixes: Leverages codemods and custom scripts to automate common migration tasks.
Comprehensive Testing: Integrates unit, integration, visual, and E2E testing into the upgrade workflow.
Use Case: When upgrading a React project from v17 to v18, this Skill helps analyze compatibility, plan the upgrade steps for React, React DOM, and related libraries, and guides through testing to ensure a smooth transition.

Quick Start

Use the dependency-upgrade skill to audit current npm dependencies and identify major version updates.

Frequently Asked Questions about dependency-upgrade

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

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How do I upgrade React from version 17 to 18 without breaking my project?▼

Upgrading React from v17 to v18 requires a staged rollout strategy that analyzes compatibility, implements incremental updates, and runs comprehensive testing to ensure a smooth transition.

What is the best way to handle breaking changes when updating major npm dependencies?▼

Handling breaking changes during major npm dependency updates involves compatibility analysis to identify affected packages, followed by phased implementation using automated custom scripts and codemods to resolve common migration issues. The process integrates comprehensive unit, integration, visual, and E2E testing to validate each stage before full rollout.

Does this dependency upgrade workflow support automated tools like Renovate and Dependabot?▼

Yes, the dependency upgrade workflow supports automated tools like Renovate and Dependabot to facilitate automated dependency updates while providing rollback plans for failed upgrades. These tools integrate with the staged rollout strategy and compatibility analysis to manage major version updates safely.

Can I apply a staged rollout strategy for critical security patches in legacy libraries?▼

Yes, you can apply a staged rollout strategy for critical security patches in legacy libraries by performing version auditing and compatibility analysis before incremental updates. The approach includes comprehensive testing and rollback plans to modernize legacy libraries while minimizing disruption to existing functionality.

Why do I need compatibility analysis before updating framework versions?▼

Compatibility analysis is needed before updating framework versions to identify breaking changes and ensure new package versions work together correctly. This analysis prevents integration failures by mapping dependencies, checking version compatibility, and guiding staged implementation with comprehensive testing.

What should I do if a dependency upgrade fails and breaks my application?▼

If a dependency upgrade fails and breaks your application, you should execute the rollback plan provided in the upgrade workflow to restore the previous stable state. The staged rollout strategy ensures failures are caught early through comprehensive testing, allowing safe rollback before the failed upgrade impacts production.