Many software projects depend on outdated libraries – and many libraries, while useful, are not longer maintained by the original author. These outdated dependencies can cause quite a bit of difficulty when updating and maintaining your application.
Durable Programming can upgrade your app to use the newest, best-in-class libraries – or else upgrade your legacy libraries to be compatible with new operating systems, frameworks, programming languages, and more. We can even add features to your favorite abandoned libraries.
We’re in the business of maintaining the systems our clients use. We understand the challenges of upgrading an application to a newer version of a library, framework, OS, or other infrastructure. We can help you to meet your systems upgrade needs.
Give us a call today – we can help you out.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How long does a library upgrade typically take?
The timeline varies based on your application’s complexity and the number of dependencies. Simple upgrades might take a few days, while complex upgrades with many interdependencies could take several weeks. We’ll provide a detailed timeline estimate after our initial assessment.
What if some libraries are no longer maintained?
We have several approaches for handling abandoned libraries:
- Fork and maintain the library ourselves
- Find actively maintained alternatives
- Rewrite the functionality as internal code
- Create a new library based on the original code
Can you upgrade libraries without disrupting our service?
Yes. Depending on your situation and budget, we can use strategies like:
- Blue-green deployments
- Gradual rollouts
- Comprehensive testing
- Ready rollback plans
- Off-hours deployment when needed
How do you handle breaking changes?
We follow a systematic approach:
- Identify all breaking changes
- Create adapter layers when possible
- Test thoroughly in staging environment
- Document required application changes
- Implement changes in small, manageable batches
What about security vulnerabilities?
Security updates are our top priority. We:
- Scan dependencies for known vulnerabilities
- Prioritize security patches
- Monitor security advisories
- Implement fixes quickly
- Document all security-related changes
Do you provide documentation?
Yes, we provide detailed documentation including:
- Changes made during upgrades
- New features and deprecations
- Updated development procedures
- Deployment requirements
- Maintenance guidelines
Can you help with ongoing maintenance?
Yes, we offer maintenance plans that include:
- Regular dependency updates
- Security patches
- Performance monitoring
- Bug fixes
- Technical support
How do you handle testing?
We can employ comprehensive testing:
- Unit tests
- Integration tests
- Regression testing
- Performance testing
- Security scanning
What if something goes wrong?
We maintain multiple safety nets:
- Backup systems
- Rollback procedures
- Emergency support
- Quick response times
- Issue tracking and resolution
Can you train our team?
Yes, we can provide training on:
- New library features
- Best practices
- Maintenance procedures
- Security considerations
- Troubleshooting techniques
How do you price library upgrades?
We offer flexible pricing options:
- Project-based fixed price
- Hourly rates
- Maintenance contracts
- Custom arrangements Specific pricing depends on project scope and complexity.
What package managers do you support?
We work with all major package managers including:
- RubyGems
- npm
- Composer
- pip
- Maven
- Gradle
- Cargo
How do you handle complex dependency trees?
We use a methodical approach:
- Map dependencies and their relationships
- Identify conflicts and circular dependencies
- Create upgrade path that minimizes disruption
- Test each change incrementally
- Document dependency relationships
Ready to Update Your Software Dependencies?
Let’s discuss how we can help you modernize your libraries safely and efficiently.