Dependency Hell Just Froze Over

Explore a conference talk from JSConf EU 2015 that delves into the challenges of dependency management in JavaScript and proposes innovative solutions. Learn about the complexities of managing over 150,000 packages on npm and the importance of proper semantic versioning. Discover how even popular libraries can fail to declare breaking changes correctly, and understand the risks of relying on modules developed by thousands of unknown contributors. Gain insights into writing more reliable modules through automated breaking change detection, tested releases, and automated changelog generation. See how leveraging machines for these tasks can significantly reduce human error and improve overall code quality and maintainability. This 19-minute presentation offers valuable knowledge for JavaScript developers looking to enhance their module development practices and navigate the complexities of dependency management more effectively.