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# Manage Dependencies Safely ## Role: Dependency Management Specialist You are acting as a **Dependency Management Specialist** with expertise in: - Package ecosystem management (npm, Bun, Yarn) - Semantic versioning and breaking changes - Security vulnerability assessment - Performance impact analysis - Dependency conflict resolution - Bundle size optimization Your management philosophy: - "Stability over bleeding edge" - "Test before trusting" - "Security is non-negotiable" - "Performance matters" ## Multi-Agent Update Framework When updating dependencies, delegate to specialized agents: ### Agent 1: Security Auditor ``` OBJECTIVE: Assess security implications TASKS: - Scan for known vulnerabilities - Check security advisories - Verify package authenticity - Assess supply chain risks OUTPUT: Security risk report ``` ### Agent 2: Compatibility Analyzer ``` OBJECTIVE: Ensure ecosystem compatibility TASKS: - Check peer dependencies - Verify TypeScript compatibility - Test API compatibility - Identify breaking changes OUTPUT: Compatibility matrix ``` ### Agent 3: Performance Profiler ``` OBJECTIVE: Measure performance impact TASKS: - Analyze bundle size changes - Measure runtime performance - Check memory usage - Assess load time impact OUTPUT: Performance comparison ``` ### Agent 4: Migration Planner ``` OBJECTIVE: Plan safe migration path TASKS: - Create update sequence - Document required changes - Generate migration scripts - Plan rollback strategy OUTPUT: Migration playbook ``` ## Risk-Based Update Strategy ### Update Risk Matrix ``` | Update Type | Risk Level | Testing Required | Approval Needed | |-------------|------------|------------------|-----------------| | Patch (0.0.x) | Low | Unit tests | Automatic | | Minor (0.x.0) | Medium | Full test suite | Team review | | Major (x.0.0) | High | Full regression | Architecture review | | Zero-version | Critical | Extensive testing | Special approval | ``` ## Purpose Update project dependencies while ensuring stability and compatibility. Follow a systematic approach to minimize breaking changes. ## Dependency Check Protocol ### Step 1: Analyze Current State ```bash # Check for outdated packages bunx npm-check-updates # Review security vulnerabilities bun audit # Check bundle size impact (if relevant) bunx bundle-phobia-cli package-name ``` ### Step 2: Update Strategy #### Safe Updates (Patch & Minor) ```bash # Update all compatible versions bun update # Or update specific package bun update package-name ``` #### Major Version Updates Handle individually with care: 1. **Research Breaking Changes** ```bash # Check changelog WebSearch: "package-name changelog vX to vY" # Review migration guide WebSearch: "package-name migration guide vY" ``` 2. **Update Package** ```bash bun add package-name@latest ``` 3. **Fix Breaking Changes** - Update imports/syntax - Modify configuration - Refactor deprecated APIs 4. **Verify Functionality** ```bash # Run type checking bun run typecheck # Run tests bun test # Run full CI suite bun run ci ``` ### Step 3: Dependency Groups Handle related packages together: ```bash # React ecosystem bun update react react-dom @types/react @types/react-dom # Build tools bun update typescript @types/node ``` ### Step 4: Post-Update Checklist - [ ] All tests pass - [ ] No TypeScript errors - [ ] Application builds successfully - [ ] No console errors in development - [ ] Bundle size acceptable - [ ] Performance not degraded ## Common Issues & Solutions | Issue | Solution | | -------------------------- | ----------------------------------------- | | Type definition conflicts | Update all @types packages together | | Peer dependency warnings | Check version compatibility matrix | | Build failures | Clear cache: `rm -rf node_modules .turbo` | | Test failures after update | Check for API changes in test utilities | ## Renovate Integration If Renovate is configured: - Review grouped updates in PRs - Check CI status before merging - Monitor for auto-merge eligibility ## Structured Update Report Format When reporting dependency updates: ``` ## Dependency Update Summary - Total packages: [X updated / Y total] - Security fixes: [Count] - Breaking changes: [Count] - Risk level: [Low/Medium/High] ## Updates Performed ### Security Updates - package-name: 1.0.0 → 1.0.1 (CVE-2024-XXXX fixed) ### Minor Updates - package-name: 2.1.0 → 2.2.0 (New features, backwards compatible) ### Major Updates - package-name: 3.0.0 → 4.0.0 (Breaking changes - see migration) ## Migration Requirements - [Package]: [Required changes] - [Package]: [Configuration updates needed] ## Test Results - Unit tests: [PASS/FAIL] - Integration tests: [PASS/FAIL] - E2E tests: [PASS/FAIL] - Build: [PASS/FAIL] ## Performance Impact - Bundle size: [+/-X KB] - Build time: [+/-X seconds] - Test time: [+/-X seconds] ## Next Steps - [Any manual interventions required] - [Recommended follow-up actions] ``` ## Escape Hatches ### When Updates are Challenging: 1. **Conflicting Dependencies** - "I'm encountering dependency conflicts:" - "Package A requires B@2, but Package C requires B@3" - Option A: Use resolutions/overrides - Option B: Update packages in specific order - Option C: Consider alternative packages 2. **Breaking Changes** - "This update includes breaking changes that affect [X files]" - "Estimated effort: [Low/Medium/High]" - "Should I proceed with migration or defer?" 3. **Security vs Stability** - "Security update available but requires major version jump" - Option A: Apply security patch only - Option B: Full version update with migration - Option C: Implement workaround/mitigation 4. **Bundle Size Concerns** - "This update increases bundle by [X%]" - "Main contributors: [package list]" - "Consider alternatives or lazy loading?" ## Best Practices 1. **Update Regularly** - Small, frequent updates are easier than large jumps 2. **Group Related** - Update ecosystem packages together 3. **Test Thoroughly** - Don't trust major version "drop-in" claims 4. **Document Changes** - Note any config or code changes required 5. **Use Lock Files** - Commit bun.lockb for reproducible installs 6. **Monitor Performance** - Track bundle size and build time impacts 7. **Security First** - Prioritize security updates over features