The circular-dependency-plugin helps prevent a common problem in JavaScript projects: circular dependencies. These can lead to unexpected behavior and make code harder to reason about. This plugin analyzes your project during the Webpack build process, identifying circular dependencies between modules. When a problematic cycle is detected, it issues a warning or error, allowing you to refactor your code to eliminate the dependency. By catching these issues early, the plugin ensures more maintainable and reliable code.
The circular-dependency-plugin npm package had frequent releases early on, peaking in December 2015 and August 2017. Release frequency declined significantly after 2018, with only a few releases in 2019 and 2020. There have been no releases since October 2020. The data indicates a period of active development followed by a long period of inactivity.
Circular-dependency-plugin downloads show fluctuation. From March 2024 to August 2025, downloads averaged around 4.2 million monthly. There was a peak in July 2024, followed by some decline until December 2024, but it rose again. September 2025 downloads are significantly lower, but the month is not yet complete.
