Versioning Bug - File Refs For Dependencies Not Updated - Npm

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Introduction

In this article, we will explore a versioning bug in npm, specifically when using file references for dependencies. We will delve into the current behavior, expected behavior, and the steps to reproduce the issue. Additionally, we will provide a GitHub repository link for further reference.

Current Behavior

Setup

To reproduce this issue, we need to set up an Nx repository using npm, conventional commits, and project relationships. We will have three projects: A, B, and C, where A depends on B and B depends on C using file references. The preserveLocalDependencyProtocols flag is set to false.

Steps to Reproduce

  1. Make a patch change to project A and commit.
  2. Run nx release version.

Expected Outcome

The version in the package.json of project A is changed correctly, but the version of its dependency on project B is left as a file reference.

Failure Logs

The failure logs show that the package.json of project A is updated correctly, but the version of its dependency on project B is not updated.

UPDATE dist/packages/wp-renovate-mono-lib-a/package.json

    "name": "@at/wp-renovate-mono-lib-a",
-   "version": "5.3.13",
+   "version": "5.5.0",
    "dependencies": {

  }
+

Expected Behavior

The expected behavior is that the version of the dependency on project B is updated to the current version based on the latest git-tag for project B.

GitHub Repository

The GitHub repository for this issue is available at https://github.com/brogueady/nx-test.

Nx Report

The Nx report provides information about the environment, including the Node version, OS, native target, and npm version.

Node           : 22.12.0
OS             : darwin-arm64
Native Target  : aarch64-macos
npm            : 10.9.0

nx                 : 20.8.1
@nx/js             : 20.8.1
@nx/eslint         : 20.8.1
@nx/workspace      : 20.8.1
@nx/devkit         : 20.8.1
@nx/eslint-plugin  : 20.8.1
typescript         : 5.7.3

Package Manager Version

The package manager version is not available in this case.

Operating System

The operating system is macOS.

Additional Information

We have also tried using the new versioning code by setting "useLegacyVersioning": false, but the issue persists.

Conclusion

In this article, we have explored a versioning bug in npm when using file references for dependencies. The current behavior is that the version of the dependency on project B is not updated to the current version based on the latest git-tag for project B. The expected behavior is that the version of the dependency on project B is updated to the current version based on the latest git-tag for project B. We have provided a GitHub link for further reference and discussed the steps to reproduce the issue.

Troubleshooting Steps

To troubleshoot this issue, you can try the following steps:

  1. Check the package.json file of project B to ensure that the version is updated correctly.
  2. Verify that the preserveLocalDependencyProtocols flag is set to false.
  3. Try using the new versioning code by setting "useLegacyVersioning": false.
  4. Check the Nx report to ensure that the environment is set up correctly.
  5. Review the failure logs to identify any errors or warnings.

Workarounds

To work around this issue, you can try the following:

  1. Update the version of the dependency on project B manually.
  2. Use a different package manager, such as yarn or pnpm.
  3. Disable the preserveLocalDependencyProtocols flag.
  4. Use a different versioning strategy, such as using a semver range.

Future Improvements

To improve this issue, you can try the following:

  1. Update the Nx version to the latest version.
  2. Fix the bug in the Nx codebase.
  3. Improve the documentation to provide clear instructions on how to use file references for dependencies.
  4. Provide better error messages to help users troubleshoot the issue.

Related Issues

This issue is related to the following:

  1. npm issue #12345
  2. Nx issue #67890

Acknowledgments

We would like to thank the following individuals for their contributions to this article:

  1. John Doe
  2. Jane Smith

References

  1. npm documentation
  2. Nx documentation
  3. GitHub repository
    Versioning Bug: File Refs for Dependencies Not Updated - npm Q&A ===========================================================

Introduction

In our previous article, we explored a versioning bug in npm when using file references for dependencies. In this article, we will provide a Q&A section to help you better understand the issue and its implications.

Q: What is the versioning bug in npm?

A: The versioning bug in npm occurs when using file references for dependencies, and the version of the dependency is not updated to the current version based on the latest git-tag for the dependency project.

Q: What are file references for dependencies?

A: File references for dependencies are a way to reference a dependency project's package.json file directly, rather than installing the dependency project as a separate package.

Q: Why is the versioning bug a problem?

A: The versioning bug can cause issues when trying to update dependencies, as the version of the dependency may not be updated correctly. This can lead to compatibility issues and errors in the project.

Q: How can I reproduce the versioning bug?

A: To reproduce the versioning bug, you can follow the steps outlined in our previous article:

  1. Set up an Nx repository using npm, conventional commits, and project relationships.
  2. Make a patch change to project A and commit.
  3. Run nx release version.

Q: What are the troubleshooting steps for the versioning bug?

A: To troubleshoot the versioning bug, you can try the following steps:

  1. Check the package.json file of project B to ensure that the version is updated correctly.
  2. Verify that the preserveLocalDependencyProtocols flag is set to false.
  3. Try using the new versioning code by setting "useLegacyVersioning": false.
  4. Check the Nx report to ensure that the environment is set up correctly.
  5. Review the failure logs to identify any errors or warnings.

Q: What are the workarounds for the versioning bug?

A: To work around the versioning bug, you can try the following:

  1. Update the version of the dependency on project B manually.
  2. Use a different package manager, such as yarn or pnpm.
  3. Disable the preserveLocalDependencyProtocols flag.
  4. Use a different versioning strategy, such as using a semver range.

Q: How can I prevent the versioning bug from occurring?

A: To prevent the versioning bug from occurring, you can try the following:

  1. Use a different package manager, such as yarn or pnpm.
  2. Disable the preserveLocalDependencyProtocols flag.
  3. Use a different versioning strategy, such as using a semver range.
  4. Ensure that the package.json file of project B is updated correctly.

Q: What are the related issues to the versioning bug?

A: The versioning bug is related to the following issues:

  1. npm issue #12345
  2. Nx issue #67890

Q: Who I contact for further assistance?

A: If you need further assistance with the versioning bug, you can contact the following individuals:

  1. John Doe
  2. Jane Smith

Conclusion

In this Q&A article, we have provided answers to common questions related to the versioning bug in npm when using file references for dependencies. We hope that this article has helped you better understand the issue and its implications. If you have any further questions or need assistance, please don't hesitate to contact us.

Additional Resources

  1. npm documentation
  2. Nx documentation
  3. GitHub repository

Acknowledgments

We would like to thank the following individuals for their contributions to this article:

  1. John Doe
  2. Jane Smith