<ul><li>Dependency updates can be challenging, but ignoring them can lead to security vulnerabilities, missed features, and unresolved bugs.</li><li>npm-check-updates (ncu) is a tool that helps update Node.js packages safely and with control, reducing the risk of breaking your application.</li><li>The tool allows you to view outdated packages, update patch versions first for safety, followed by minor versions, and major versions cautiously by checking the CHANGELOG.md.</li><li>You can use interactive mode for full control over which packages to update, and ncu can even assist in testing updates with automated tests, making the process less daunting and more manageable.</li></ul>

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