Dependency FAQs

Question 1

What is Dependency and what does it do?

Accepted Answer

Dependency is a server that analyzes codebases to generate dependency graphs and provide architectural insights. It helps you understand code structure, dependencies, and architectural patterns across multiple programming languages.

Question 2

What languages does Dependency support?

Accepted Answer

Dependency supports multiple languages including TypeScript, JavaScript, C#, and Python. It can be extended to support other languages as well.

Question 3

What kind of outputs does Dependency generate?

Accepted Answer

Dependency generates detailed dependency graphs in JSON or DOT format. It also provides architectural scores, file metadata (imports, exports), and identifies architectural violations.

Question 4

How can I use Dependency to improve my codebase?

Accepted Answer

Dependency helps you visualize your codebase's dependencies, identify potential architectural issues, and enforce architectural rules. This leads to improved code quality, maintainability, and reduced technical debt.

Question 5

Is there a way to score codebase quality using Dependency?

Accepted Answer

Yes, Dependency has a built-in architectural scoring system. You can define architectural rules, and the tool will score your codebase against those rules, highlighting any violations.

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