rcode-dep-auditor

Audit Node.js project dependencies for vulnerabilities, unused packages, and lock files.

2|1|Updated Apr 10, 2026

Search Tags:#pnpm #security review #nodejs #dependency audit #unused packages #cve scanning #version pins

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npx skills add https://github.com/hanzlahabib/rcode --skill rcode-dep-auditor

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Skill: rcode-dep-auditor
Source: https://github.com/hanzlahabib/rcode/tree/main/rcode/skills/agents/rcode-dep-auditor
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/hanzlahabib/rcode --skill rcode-dep-auditor

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill helps you assess dependency health in a Node.js project without changing code, so you can quickly spot security risks, maintenance debt, and reproducibility issues.

Core Features & Use Cases

Vulnerability Review: Identifies known package advisories and CVE exposure from installed or declared dependencies.
Dependency Hygiene Checks: Flags unused packages, loose version pins, and missing lock files that can make builds unstable.
Use Case: A release manager can run this Skill before shipping to get a prioritized report of package risks and cleanup opportunities.

Quick Start

Ask the skill to audit the project dependencies and return a prioritized findings report with security, unused-package, and version-pin issues.

Frequently Asked Questions about rcode-dep-auditor

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

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How do I audit Node.js dependencies for vulnerabilities without modifying the codebase?▼

You can audit Node.js dependencies securely by performing manifest inspection and advisory lookups to identify CVE exposure. This dependency audit scans declared packages for known vulnerabilities and returns a prioritized risk report without touching your files.

What is the best way to find unused packages and loose version pins in a pnpm project?▼

Finding unused packages and loose version pins requires dependency usage detection and version-pin validation during a health audit. This process flags unnecessary packages and unstable version constraints to help you clean up your Node.js project.

Why does a missing lock file make Node.js builds unstable?▼

A missing lock file makes builds unstable because it prevents reproducible-install verification. Without a lock file, dependency resolution varies across environments, leading to inconsistent builds and unexpected vulnerability exposure from drifting package versions.

Can I run a pre-release dependency risk check on my Node.js repository?▼

Yes, you can run a pre-release risk check on a Node.js repository. This involves scanning project dependencies for security advisories, dependency hygiene issues, and missing lock files to generate a prioritized findings report before shipping.

What does a dependency health audit include for Node.js projects?▼

A dependency health audit includes manifest inspection, advisory lookup, dependency usage detection, version-pin validation, and reproducible-install verification. It identifies known package advisories, unused dependencies, loose pins, and missing lock files to assess project risk.