The term “dependencies” can be fundamentally defined as the files, packages, libraries, or plugins integrated into a project to implement a specific task or set of tasks. It is a modern way to leverage code from various developers, but it also creates a reliance on external code for the project to operate properly.
This is a companion discussion topic for the original entry at https://blog.crowdbotics.com/how-to-ensure-that-your-dependencies-are-up-to-date/