dependency-audit

Inspect npm, Yarn, pip, and Cargo dependencies for vulnerabilities and license compliance.

10|5|Updated Jan 29, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/Claude-Code-Community-Ireland/claude-code-resources --skill dependency-audit-claude-code-community-ireland
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Skill: dependency-audit
Source: https://github.com/Claude-Code-Community-Ireland/claude-code-resources/tree/main/plugins/vibeworks-library/skills/dependency-audit
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/Claude-Code-Community-Ireland/claude-code-resources --skill dependency-audit-claude-code-community-ireland

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill helps you manage dependencies effectively, ensuring security, compliance, and up-to-date packages, thereby reducing project risks and maintenance overhead.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Dependency Evaluation: Guides you through a checklist to assess new dependencies for maintenance, adoption, bundle size, license, and security.
  • Vulnerability Scanning: Provides commands and CI integration examples for scanning npm, Yarn, pip, and Cargo dependencies for known vulnerabilities.
  • Automated Updates: Details configurations for Dependabot and Renovate to automate dependency updates with defined strategies.
  • License Compliance: Offers tools and a matrix for checking license compatibility and ensuring adherence to project policies.
  • Use Case: Before adding a new JavaScript library to your project, use this Skill to run through the evaluation checklist, scan for vulnerabilities, and understand its license implications.

Quick Start

Use the dependency-audit skill to scan your npm project for security vulnerabilities.

Frequently Asked Questions about dependency-audit

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

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How do I scan npm and pip dependencies for security vulnerabilities?▼

Dependency vulnerability scanning uses provided commands and CI integration examples to detect known security issues in npm, Yarn, pip, and Cargo package files.

What should I check before adding a new JavaScript library to my project?▼

Before adding a new JavaScript library, run through an evaluation checklist assessing maintenance, adoption, bundle size, license, and security to reduce project risks.

How do I automate dependency updates with Dependabot and Renovate?▼

Automated dependency updates involve configuring Dependabot and Renovate with defined strategies to keep packages current and reduce maintenance overhead.

Does this dependency management guidance cover monorepo and lock file hygiene?▼

Dependency management guidance covers strategies for lock file hygiene and monorepo management to ensure secure and compliant package versions.

How do I check license compliance for npm and Cargo packages?▼

License compliance checking uses provided tools and a matrix to verify license compatibility and ensure adherence to project policies for npm and Cargo packages.

What is the procedure for responding to dependency vulnerability scanning alerts?▼

Vulnerability response procedures outline the steps to address known security issues identified during dependency scanning, ensuring timely remediation.