Chore: dependency maintenance

[patinen]

🧹 Task Description

• Task: Update project dependencies to their latest compatible versions.
• Purpose: Keep the codebase secure, maintainable, and aligned with current tooling by reducing technical debt and addressing potential vulnerabilities.

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✅ Steps to Complete

1. Review current dependencies and identify outdated packages.
2. Update dependencies to the latest non-breaking versions where possible.
3. Check for breaking changes in major version updates and decide case-by-case whether to upgrade or defer.
4. Run the full test suite and linting after updates.
5. Verify that the application builds and runs correctly in development.
6. Document any notable changes, skipped upgrades, or follow-up tasks.

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📎 Additional Information

• Relevant Documentation:
  • Package manager docs (npm)
  • Release notes and changelogs for updated dependencies
• Special Instructions:
  • Avoid feature refactors or unrelated code changes.
  • If a dependency upgrade requires non-trivial refactoring, note it separately for a follow-up issue.