mern-deps

Audits and updates pnpm monorepo dependencies with security checks and test verification.

3|1|Updated Feb 12, 2026
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Skill: mern-deps
Source: https://github.com/edfenton/claude-skills/tree/main/mern/mern-deps
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/edfenton/claude-skills --skill mern-deps

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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What problem does it solve?

Keeps JavaScript/TypeScript projects secure and up-to-date by auditing dependencies, flagging vulnerabilities, and applying validated updates.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Audit dependencies for vulnerabilities using pnpm audit with severity reporting.
  • Check outdated packages with pnpm outdated and perform patch/minor updates with test verification and rollback.
  • Plan and perform major updates with manual review and changelog inspection in monorepos.

Quick Start

Run a safe update cycle on your project dependencies using the check, audit, and update workflows.

Frequently Asked Questions about mern-deps

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

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How do I safely update dependencies in a pnpm monorepo?

To safely update dependencies in a pnpm monorepo, run check, audit, and update workflows that apply patch or minor updates with test verification, rolling back changes automatically if the build or tests fail.

What is the best way to audit pnpm dependencies for security vulnerabilities?

The best way to audit pnpm dependencies for security vulnerabilities is using the audit workflow, which runs pnpm audit and generates severity reporting to flag known issues across your project packages.

Can I perform major dependency updates across multiple packages in a JavaScript monorepo?

Yes, you can perform major dependency updates across multiple packages in a JavaScript monorepo using the update-major routine, which requires manual review and changelog inspection before applying the changes.

Does the dependency update workflow support rollback on test failure?

Yes, the dependency update workflow supports rollback on failure by running test and build verification after applying pnpm update, automatically reverting the changes if the validation steps fail.

When do I need to manually review changelogs for pnpm package updates?

You need to manually review changelogs for pnpm package updates when performing major version updates, ensuring breaking changes are identified and validated across the monorepo before finalizing the dependency update.