update-deps

Audit project dependencies and apply categorized updates with incremental testing.

7|3|Updated Jul 31, 2025
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/seabbs/claude-code-config --skill update-deps
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Skill: update-deps
Source: https://github.com/seabbs/claude-code-config/tree/main/skills/update-deps
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/seabbs/claude-code-config --skill update-deps

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Streamlines safe dependency management by auditing, prioritising, and applying updates with continuous testing.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Dependency audit: identify outdated, insecure, and breaking dependencies.
  • Update strategy: categorize updates (security patches, minor, major) and plan migrations.
  • Incremental updates: apply changes in logical groups, then run the full test suite.
  • Documentation & PRs: update lock files and raise descriptive PRs with testing notes.

Quick Start

Run the update-deps skill to start an incremental, safe dependency upgrade process in your project.

Frequently Asked Questions about update-deps

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

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How do I safely update project dependencies without breaking transitive packages?

To safely update project dependencies, you can audit outdated packages, categorize updates by severity, apply changes incrementally, and run tests between steps to catch breaking changes in transitive packages.

What is the best way to apply security patches to dependencies while ensuring tests pass?

The best way to apply security patches is to prioritize vulnerable dependencies, apply the patch as an incremental update, and run your full test suite immediately after to validate that the security fix does not introduce regressions.

How do I manage major version upgrades for libraries with complex dependency trees?

Managing major version upgrades requires categorizing the update, applying it in logical groups isolated from minor changes, and validating the migration continuously by running tests between each applied step.

Can I automate raising pull requests for dependency updates with testing notes?

Yes, you can automate raising pull requests for dependency updates by applying changes incrementally, validating them with tests, and generating descriptive PRs that include lock file changes and specific testing notes.

Does incremental dependency updating work for projects with heavy transitive dependencies?

Yes, incremental dependency updating works for projects with heavy transitive dependencies by grouping changes logically and running the full test suite between each step to isolate failures and ensure stability.

Why should I categorize dependency updates before applying them to a lock file?

Categorizing dependency updates before applying them to a lock file separates security patches from minor and major upgrades, allowing you to apply changes incrementally and isolate potential breaking points during validation.