needs-dependencies

Name: needs-dependencies
Availability: InStock
Author: provenimpact

Detect package managers and update outdated, vulnerable, or license-violating dependencies.

Updated Feb 19, 2026

Search Tags:#automation #security #dependencies #audit #license #updates #package-manager

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Skill: needs-dependencies
Source: https://github.com/provenimpact/proven-needs/tree/main/skills/needs-dependencies
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/provenimpact/proven-needs --skill needs-dependencies

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Developers and teams struggle to keep their project dependencies up-to-date, secure, and license-compliant across multiple languages and ecosystems.

Core Features & Use Cases

Detect package managers (npm, yarn, bun, pnpm, cargo, go mod, python tooling, etc.) and map dependencies.
Analyze current vs latest versions, vulnerabilities, maintenance status, and licenses.
Plan and execute minimal, constraint-aware updates with verification.

Quick Start

Run the orchestrator to audit dependencies and apply minimal, constraint-aware updates.

Frequently Asked Questions about needs-dependencies

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

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How do I audit project dependencies for vulnerabilities and license compliance across multiple languages?▼

You audit project dependencies by running an orchestrator that detects package managers like npm, Cargo, and Go modules, then checks packages for vulnerabilities, maintenance status, and license violations. It maps dependencies across multi-language projects and reports outcomes for orchestrated minimal updates.

How do I update outdated npm and Cargo packages without breaking version constraints?▼

To update outdated npm and Cargo packages safely, the orchestrator reads constraints from docs/constraints.adoc and computes per-dependency updates by type (patch, minor, major). It plans and applies minimal, constraint-aware updates with verification to prevent breaking changes.

Can I detect package managers automatically in a multi-language repository?▼

Yes, you can detect package managers automatically in a multi-language repository. The tooling identifies package managers such as npm, yarn, bun, pnpm, Cargo, Go modules, and Python tooling, then maps the dependencies found within each ecosystem for analysis.

What is the best way to check Python tooling dependencies for unmaintained packages?▼

The best way to check Python tooling dependencies for unmaintained packages is to use an automated audit that analyzes current versus latest versions and maintenance status. This approach identifies unmaintained packages and enables orchestrated, minimal updates to keep software secure.

How are dependency update types computed when applying security patches?▼

Dependency update types are computed by analyzing current versus latest versions and categorizing changes as patch, minor, or major updates. The system reads version constraints from docs/constraints.adoc to ensure security patches and vulnerability fixes are applied minimally without violating boundaries.

Why should I use automated dependency management instead of manually updating packages?▼

Automated dependency management is preferred because it detects vulnerable, outdated, and license-violating packages across ecosystems like yarn, pnpm, and Go modules simultaneously. It orchestrates minimal constraint-aware updates with verification, reducing manual error and ensuring continuous compliance.