11 - 13 MAY 2026 Antwerp Belgium

The node_modules Iceberg: Mysteries Below the Waterline

Room 8Tue 12 May • 12:30–12:50DevIntermediate
What lurks below the tip of the iceberg? Well, if you look at it from the aspect of web and software, it is our best friend, the node_modules. Have you ever jumped into your node_modules and looked around to see what the various packages of your packages are? Chances are, no. We don't have time for that...but we should! Let's dive into the world of transitive dependencies and break down what they are. In this session, you will learn what transitive dependencies are, how to identify them, the risks they pose, and how to integrate TuxCare's ELS solution to address them.

About the speaker

Chris DeMars

Chris DeMars is a Senior Developer Advocate. He has over 20 years of technical experience and speaks globally on various frontend topics and has received accolades for his community contributions, including the prestigious Microsoft MVP and Progress Champion awards to name a few. Chris is passionate about enhancing web development and helping developers achieve their goals. In his free time, he enjoys rating Detroit-style pizza, searching for Bigfoot, and investigating UFO's.