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LibTracker Updates 11/18/24: Simplify Dependency Management with this simple SBOM Tool

We are excited to announce the latest updates to LibTracker, our VSCode extension designed for professionals to simplify software bill of materials (SBOM) management. With LibTracker, you can effortlessly analyze and manage your apps, ensuring up-to-date versions, addressing security vulnerabilities, and resolving licensing issues—all at a glance.

Access it here: LibTracker on VSCode Marketplace

New Features in the Latest Release:

  • Analog.js Framework Support: Seamlessly manage projects using this framework.
  • Direct Navigation Enhancements:
    • Click the latest version of a package to access its changelog.
    • Click the package name to visit its homepage.
  • Dependency Subtables: Controls now apply to individual subtables for greater flexibility.
  • Version Selection: Choose update versions with insights into release dates for easier cross-referencing.
  • Comprehensive CRUD Capabilities:
    • Update or bulk update packages.
    • Add and delete packages effortlessly.
  • Dashboard Refresh Logic: Improved performance and usability.
  • Backup and Restore: Save package manager files with options for automatic or manual resolution.
  • Offline Cache Support:
    • Enable, disable, or toggle cache functionality for fetching dependency infomation.

Upcoming Features:

  • Advanced Sorting Options.
  • App Detail Page Enhancements:
    • CVE (Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures) insights.
    • Prefetch extension data for seamless experience.
  • Team Collaboration Support:
    • Root folder functionality for cross-team projects.
  • SBOM Generation.
  • AI Recommendations: Get version upgrade suggestions based on project needs.
  • Integrated Terminal Commands: Run package management commands directly within LibTracker.

Future Milestones (Exploring Feasibility):

  • Git-based backups for optimized storage.
  • Compatibility reports to identify the best package combinations.
  • Notes functionality for user feedback and workflow insights.
  • A community-driven knowledge base for package compatibility.
  • Partial page refresh to improve performance.
  • Identification of unused packages in projects.

LibTracker is your go-to tool for modern SBOM management, tailored to enhance productivity and streamline workflows. Stay tuned for more updates as we continue to innovate and deliver.

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