Manifest

Definitions

1. A declarative metadata file that describes a software package's identity, version, dependencies, entry points, and permissions. Examples include `package.json` (npm), `Cargo.toml` (Rust), `AndroidManifest.xml` (Android), and `MANIFEST.MF` (Java JARs).

   In plain English: A file that lists everything a software package contains and needs, like a packing list for code.

   Example: "Add the new dependency to the manifest and run the lockfile update — don't edit the lockfile directly."

Related Terms

• YAML
• Environment Variable
• Lock File
• Registry
• Secret
• Reverse Dependency
• Circular Dependency
• Classpath
• Config Schema
• Config Store
• Configuration Drift
• Configuration Service
• Custom Resolver
• Package Config