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dependency-upgrade

Manage major dependency version upgrades with compatibility analysis and staged rollout.

2|Updated Mar 8, 2026
Search Tags:#testing#versioning#npm#compatibility#dependencies#upgrade#codemod
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npx skills add https://github.com/daeha76/RianFriends --skill dependency-upgrade-daeha76
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Skill: dependency-upgrade
Source: https://github.com/daeha76/RianFriends/tree/main/.claude/commands/dependency-upgrade
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/daeha76/RianFriends --skill dependency-upgrade-daeha76

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What problem does it solve?

This Skill provides a structured and safe approach to managing major dependency version upgrades, minimizing risks associated with breaking changes and ensuring system stability.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Dependency Auditing: Analyze current dependencies and identify available updates.
  • Compatibility Analysis: Review semantic versioning and potential conflicts.
  • Staged Rollout: Implement incremental upgrade strategies for safer adoption.
  • Automated Testing: Integrate unit, integration, and E2E tests for validation.
  • Use Case: When upgrading your project from React 17 to React 18, this Skill guides you through analyzing compatibility, updating related libraries like react-dom and @testing-library/react, and running tests to ensure a smooth transition.

Quick Start

Use the dependency-upgrade skill to audit all outdated npm packages and identify potential major version upgrades.

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 npm dependencies to a major version without breaking changes?▼

To upgrade npm dependencies safely, analyze semantic versioning for compatibility conflicts and implement a staged rollout strategy. This approach validates updates incrementally using unit, integration, and E2E tests to prevent breaking changes.

What is the best way to resolve version conflicts during a framework upgrade?▼

Resolving version conflicts during a framework upgrade requires auditing related libraries and executing code transformations using automated tools. Analyzing semantic versioning principles ensures that all related dependencies are updated compatibly.

Can I automate code transformation when updating to a new framework version?▼

Yes, you can automate code transformation when updating to a new framework version by utilizing codemods. These automated tools help refactor code to meet the new framework's API requirements during the dependency upgrade process.

How do I audit outdated npm packages and identify available updates?▼

You audit outdated npm packages by performing a dependency analysis to identify available updates and potential major version upgrades. This audit reviews current dependencies against semantic versioning to highlight necessary patches.

Does semantic versioning guarantee compatibility when patching critical dependencies?▼

Semantic versioning does not guarantee compatibility for critical dependency patching, as major version updates often introduce breaking changes. You must perform compatibility analysis and run comprehensive automated tests to validate system stability.

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