nodejs-package-manager

Detect the correct Node.js package manager by inspecting project lock files.

Updated Oct 15, 2021
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/toqoz/config --skill nodejs-package-manager
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Skill: nodejs-package-manager
Source: https://github.com/toqoz/config/tree/main/home/agents/skills/nodejs-package-manager
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/toqoz/config --skill nodejs-package-manager

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This skill eliminates the friction of manually identifying which package manager a project requires, preventing the accidental creation of conflicting lock files or the use of the wrong tool for dependency management.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Automated Detection: Scans the project root for lock files to identify the correct package manager (pnpm, yarn, npm, or Bun).
  • Standardized Execution: Ensures that all subsequent install, add, or remove commands are routed through the appropriate tool.
  • Use Case: When working in a repository with a pnpm-lock.yaml file, this skill ensures that any request to add a new dependency is executed using pnpm rather than the default system npm.

Quick Start

Ask the assistant to install the dependencies for the current project and it will automatically detect and use the correct package manager based on the existing lock file.

Frequently Asked Questions about nodejs-package-manager

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

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How do I automatically detect the right Node.js package manager for a project?

To automatically detect the correct Node.js package manager, this skill scans the project root for specific lock files like pnpm-lock.yaml or yarn.lock, validating their presence before executing any dependency installation commands.

Can I use this to prevent creating conflicting lock files when adding dependencies?

Yes, you can prevent creating conflicting lock files because this skill validates the presence of specific lock files first, ensuring all add or remove commands route through the correct tool like pnpm instead of default system npm.

Does this package manager detection work with Bun environments?

Yes, this package manager detection works with Bun environments, alongside pnpm, yarn, and npm, by inspecting project root lock files to ensure consistent dependency management across different Node.js setups.

What is the best way to ensure consistent dependency management across different Node.js projects?

The best way to ensure consistent dependency management is to automatically identify the required tool by inspecting project root lock files, standardizing execution so all subsequent install or modification commands use the appropriate package manager.

Why does my system use npm when my project actually requires pnpm for dependency management?

Your system defaults to npm because it lacks automated lock file detection; this skill solves that by inspecting project root lock files to identify and mandate the correct package manager for all subsequent commands.