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Navigating Trusty User Interface

In the main Trusty interface you can find comprehensive information about an specific software package. This guide will help you navigate the UI to find the data you're looking for efficiently.

Trusty package details

At the top of the page, you'll find a search bar within the navigation bar. This feature allows you to search for packages by:

  • Registry (Package Type): Select the type of package you're interested in, such as pypi, npm and crates.
  • Package Name: Enter the name of the package you're searching for. As you type suggestions will appear matching your criteria.

Simply type in your query and hit enter to search for a package.

Provide feedback​

At the top right of the page, you'll find a Provide feedback button, that will allow you to report any comment about the package. See feedback

Add to favorites​

Next to it you will find the favorites button, that will allow you to bookmark packages. You need to be logged in order to use this functionality.

Package Overview​

In the main section of the page, on the left, you'll see:

  • Package Name and Description: A brief overview of the selected package.
  • Author username, package repository and latest version.

Repository and author Information​

Below the package overview, you'll find detailed repository and author information including:

  • Visibility: Indicates if the repository is public or private.
  • Forks count: The number of times the repository has been forked.
  • Stars count: The number of times the repository has been starred.
  • Default Branch: The main branch of the package's repository.
  • Open issues count: Current open issues for the repository.
  • Watchers count: Number of users currently monitoring the repository.
  • Contributors: The number of contributors to the project.
  • Author Blog: A link to the author's blog or homepage.
  • Followers Count: Number of users following the top contributors of the project.
  • Public Repos Count: Number of public repositories for the top contributors of the project.

Trusty Score Bot​

On the right side, you'll find the Trusty Score Bot. More information in activity scores.

Additional Information​

At the bottom of the page, you'll find sections that delve into:

  • Provenance: The origin and history of the package. See provenance
  • Shared Repositories: Other repositories that share similar repo with the current package. See [starjacking][./starjacking.md]
  • Similarly Named Packages: A list of packages with names similar to the current package. See [typosquatting][./typosquatting.md]

Each section provides detailed settings and documentation for the package.

Alternative Packages​

Finally, there is a list of Alternative Packages, which presents packages with similar functionalities to the one you're currently viewing. See alternatives

Use this guide to help navigate through the interface quickly and find the information you need about your desired packages.