David
Automatically checks for outdated npm dependencies in your project.
Pricing
Free tier
Flat rate
Adoption
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Open Source
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Aging · Jun 8, 2026Overview
What is David?
David is a tool that monitors and alerts you when the npm packages used in your project are out of date, helping to keep your software up-to-date with the latest versions and security patches.
Key differentiator
“David stands out as an open-source, local tool that automates the process of checking and updating npm dependencies, ensuring projects are always up-to-date and secure.”
Capability profile
Capability Radar
Honest assessment
Strengths & Weaknesses
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David primarily integrates with GitHub, limiting its utility for teams using other platforms like GitLab or Bitbucket.
Setting up David requires configuring API tokens and integrating with CI/CD pipelines, which can be cumbersome.
David may experience slow performance when checking a large number of dependencies in monorepos or very large projects.
David is tightly coupled with the npm package manager, which can be limiting for projects using Yarn or other package managers.
Fit analysis
Who is it for?
✓ Best for
Developers who need to keep their npm dependencies up-to-date and secure.
Teams that want automated alerts for outdated packages in their projects.
Projects using CI/CD where dependency updates are critical.
✕ Not a fit for
Users looking for a tool with cloud-based hosting or managed services.
Developers who prefer manual management of package dependencies without automation.
Cost structure
Pricing
Free Tier
Available
Open source — free to use
Starts at
$0
Model
Flat rate
Enterprise
None
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Next step
Get Started with David
Step-by-step setup guide with code examples and common gotchas.