| name | check-npm-updates |
| description | Run the npm package update check script and summarize available updates. |
Update Packages Skill
Use this skill when the user asks to check for npm dependency updates.
Purpose
Run the repository script that checks package updates and report what can be updated.
Command
Run from repository root:
- macOS:
npm run check-npm-updates
- Windows:
cmd /c "npm run check-npm-updates"
Execution Rules
- Do not modify
package.json or lockfiles in this skill.
- Do not install, upgrade, or remove dependencies.
- Capture command outcome:
- status (
pass/fail)
- exit code (if available)
- concise summary of update candidates
Reporting Format
Return:
- Command Run
- Available Updates
- grouped list of dependencies with current and target versions when provided by output
Notes
- Keep this skill read-only regarding dependency files.
- If the script fails due to missing dependencies, recommend running
npm install first.