package-upgrade

Analyze package.json files to plan staged dependency upgrades.

7|1|Updated Jun 17, 2021

Search Tags:#npm #dependencies #migration #breaking changes #package upgrade

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npx skills add https://github.com/duc01226/EasyPlatform --skill package-upgrade

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Skill: package-upgrade
Source: https://github.com/duc01226/EasyPlatform/tree/main/.claude/skills/package-upgrade
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/duc01226/EasyPlatform --skill package-upgrade

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill analyzes package.json files, researches latest versions, and produces a phased upgrade plan.

Core Features & Use Cases

Inventory of package versions
Breaking changes analysis
Migration planning

Quick Start

List all outdated packages and propose upgrade steps.

Frequently Asked Questions about package-upgrade

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

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How do I identify outdated npm packages in my project?▼

Package upgrade planning starts by scanning your package.json to inventory current versions against latest releases. This Skill analyzes your dependencies, fetches the newest versions available, and flags packages that are behind, showing you the version gap and upgrade opportunities across npm, Yarn, or PNPM projects.

What are breaking changes and why do they matter during package upgrades?▼

Breaking changes are incompatible modifications in new package versions that can crash or alter your code's behavior. This Skill compiles breaking changes for each outdated dependency, researches migration guides, and assesses upgrade risk so you understand what code rewrites or configuration adjustments each upgrade requires.

How do I plan a safe package upgrade strategy?▼

Safe upgrades require staged planning—prioritizing low-risk updates, grouping related dependencies, and sequencing changes to test incrementally. This Skill generates phased upgrade plans with actionable steps, migration guidance, and risk assessment so you can execute upgrades methodically instead of all at once.

Can this work with frontend and backend JavaScript projects?▼

Yes. This Skill applies to both frontend and backend JavaScript and TypeScript projects using npm, Yarn, or PNPM. It parses package manifests from any project structure, analyzes version gaps, and produces upgrade plans regardless of whether you're upgrading React libraries, Node.js frameworks, or shared utilities.

What output does a package upgrade plan include?▼

The Skill outputs actionable upgrade reports containing an inventory of outdated packages, version gaps, identified breaking changes, step-by-step migration instructions, and risk assessments. You get both summary data and detailed guidance to execute upgrades confidently and track progress.

Do I need migration guides for every package I upgrade?▼

Not every package publishes detailed migration guides, but this Skill researches and compiles available guidance for packages with breaking changes. It surfaces what information exists, flags gaps where guides are unavailable, and provides enough context so you can locate official documentation or community resources independently.