Nuget Manager

NuGet Manager enables developers to safely manage NuGet package dependencies in .NET projects and solutions using the `dotnet` CLI. The skill enforces strict procedures—requiring CLI commands for adding and removing packages while permitting direct file edits only for version updates—to maintain project integrity and prevent configuration errors. It solves the problem of inconsistent package management practices by providing a standardized workflow that includes version verification on NuGet, centralized or per-project version determination, and post-update compatibility validation via `dotnet restore`.

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$ npx -y skills add github/awesome-copilot --skill nuget-manager --agent claude-code

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NuGet Manager

Overview

This skill ensures consistent and safe management of NuGet packages across .NET projects. It prioritizes using the dotnet CLI to maintain project integrity and enforces a strict verification and restoration workflow for version updates.

Prerequisites

.NET SDK installed (typically .NET 8.0 SDK or later, or a version compatible with the target solution).
dotnet CLI available on your PATH.
jq (JSON processor) OR PowerShell (for version verification using dotnet package search).

Core Rules

NEVER directly edit .csproj, .props, or Directory.Packages.props files to add or remove packages. Always use dotnet add package and dotnet remove package commands.
DIRECT EDITING is ONLY permitted for changing versions of existing packages.
VERSION UPDATES must follow the mandatory workflow:
- Verify the target version exists on NuGet.
- Determine if versions are managed per-project (.csproj) or centrally (Directory.Packages.props).
- Update the version string in the appropriate file.
- Immediately run dotnet restore to verify compatibility.