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Semver in Retrograde: The Astrology App Diagnosing Your package.json's Chaos Index

What if your npm dependencies weren't just versions, but vibes? Semver in Retrograde turns package.json into an astrological audit, blending real manifest parsing with Gemini-fueled prophecy.

Dashboard screenshot of Semver in Retrograde showing Aura Stability score and Chaos Index for a sample project

⚡ Key Takeaways

  • Semver in Retrograde uses deterministic scoring from real package.json signals like overrides and postinstalls for its 'astrological' metrics. 𝕏
  • The tool satirizes dev tool hype by mimicking executive dashboards while calling out common dependency pitfalls. 𝕏
  • Built with Next.js and Gemini, it's a forkable blueprint for serious manifest analyzers minus the stars. 𝕏
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