deps-update

Automate safe dependency updates for Node projects with npm and bun workflows.

11|Updated Apr 16, 2026

Search Tags:#automation #testing #npm #dependencies #package.json #bun #update

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Skill: deps-update
Source: https://github.com/berkcangumusisik/claude-code-practices/tree/main/skills/deps-update
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/berkcangumusisik/claude-code-practices --skill deps-update-berkcangumusisik

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Keeps Node projects up-to-date with minimal risk by automating dependency updates and providing safe guidance for major changes.

Core Features & Use Cases

Outdated checks and automatic classification of updates into patch, minor, and major.
Batched updates with safety checks, plus automatic test runs to catch regressions.
Major upgrades are analyzed with changelogs and codemod considerations when available.

Quick Start

Automatically update dependencies safely by batching patch/minor upgrades and requiring analysis for major releases.

Frequently Asked Questions about deps-update

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

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How do I safely update npm dependencies without breaking my project?▼

Safe dependency updates prioritize patch and minor releases while flagging major upgrades for analysis. This approach batches updates and runs tests to catch regressions before applying changes to your package.json.

What is the best way to automate Node dependency updates and classify outdated packages?▼

Automating Node dependency updates involves detecting outdated packages and automatically classifying them into patch, minor, and major categories. This allows batch processing of safe updates while isolating major releases for manual review.

Can I use this dependency update workflow with bun instead of npm?▼

Yes, the dependency update workflow supports both npm and bun environments. It applies the same safety checks, batching, and test validation routines across both package managers to ensure project stability.

How do I handle breaking changes when upgrading major package versions?▼

Major upgrades are analyzed by consulting changelogs and identifying breaking changes. The workflow flags these for review and considers codemods when available to automate the required code modifications.

Why should I batch patch and minor updates instead of upgrading all dependencies at once?▼

Batching patch and minor updates isolates low-risk changes from major upgrades, ensuring safe dependency updates. This method enforces automatic test runs after each batch to catch regressions before they affect production.