uv-manage-dependencies

You can manage uv dependencies by automating the addition, removal, and update of Python packages directly from your project root. This process safely modifies the pyproject.toml file without requiring manual text edits.

To export a requirements.txt file using uv, run the export command to generate a requirements file for either production or development environments. This creates an auditable record of your project's exact package versions.

Yes, you can add development dependencies separately from production packages in uv by grouping them. This allows you to specify distinct dev packages like test runners while keeping your production environment clean.

Yes, you need the uv CLI installed to update Python project dependencies, as this skill operates from the project root and relies on it. The CLI executes the underlying commands that modify your pyproject.toml file.

The best way to update existing packages in a uv Python project is to use the sync command with the upgrade flag. This ensures your dependencies are updated predictably while maintaining the integrity of your pyproject.toml.

Manually editing pyproject.toml for dependencies causes errors because it risks syntax mistakes and version conflicts. Automating dependency management eliminates these manual text editing errors and ensures predictable package updates.