storybook-upgrade

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

Updated Jan 8, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/soham2008xyz/trade-tycoon --skill storybook-upgrade
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Please help me install this Agent Skill.
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.