storybook-upgrade

Upgrade all @storybook/* packages to a specified Storybook version.

Updated Jan 8, 2026

Search Tags:#monorepo #storybook #dependency upgrade #frontend tooling #peer dependencies #canary testing

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npx skills add https://github.com/soham2008xyz/trade-tycoon --skill storybook-upgrade

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Skill: storybook-upgrade
Source: https://github.com/soham2008xyz/trade-tycoon/tree/main/.agents/skills/storybook-upgrade
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/soham2008xyz/trade-tycoon --skill storybook-upgrade

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Keeps Storybook packages aligned when you need to upgrade them to a specific canary or release, avoiding mismatched versions that can break builds or UI behavior.

Core Features & Use Cases

Detects all @storybook/ packages* in the target project to avoid partial or inconsistent upgrades.
Upgrades them all to one specified version (canary, latest, or a fixed release) so component rendering and tooling remain compatible.
Handles peer dependencies automatically across Storybook packages, reducing manual dependency wrangling.
Use Case: QA or reproduce a Storybook PR in a downstream application by upgrading the downstream app to the exact canary version.

Quick Start

Run npx storybook@<VERSION> upgrade in your project to upgrade every Storybook package to the chosen version while keeping them in sync.

Frequently Asked Questions about storybook-upgrade

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

FAQPage Schema

How do I upgrade all Storybook packages to a specific version without causing version drift?▼

To upgrade Storybook packages safely, run npx storybook@<VERSION> upgrade in your project to move all @storybook/* dependencies to the specified version together, preventing mismatched versions and build breaks.

Why does upgrading Storybook packages individually break my frontend tooling build?▼

Upgrading Storybook packages individually causes version drift, where mismatched peer dependencies break builds and UI behavior. Running a synchronized upgrade ensures all packages and their peer dependencies move to the target version together.

Can I use the Storybook upgrade command to test a canary version in a downstream app?▼

Yes, you can test a Storybook canary version in a downstream app by running npx storybook@<CANARY_VERSION> upgrade to validate PRs or reproduce bugs with matching Storybook toolchains.

Does the Storybook upgrade process handle peer dependencies automatically?▼

Yes, the Storybook upgrade process handles peer dependencies automatically across all @storybook/* packages, reducing manual dependency wrangling and ensuring component rendering and tooling remain compatible.

What is the best way to upgrade Storybook in a monorepo to prevent partial upgrades?▼

The best way to upgrade Storybook in a monorepo is using npx storybook@<VERSION> upgrade, which detects all @storybook/* packages and upgrades them to one specified version to avoid partial or inconsistent upgrades.

When do I need to upgrade Storybook packages in sync?▼

You need to upgrade Storybook packages in sync when moving to a canary or fixed release to prevent mismatched versions that can break builds, ensuring component rendering and frontend tooling remain compatible.