codebase-analysis

Analyze codebases across six dimensions to generate a Codebase Profile.

Updated Oct 3, 2024
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/RuanBuitendag42/.dotfiles --skill codebase-analysis-ruanbuitendag42
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Skill: codebase-analysis
Source: https://github.com/RuanBuitendag42/.dotfiles/tree/main/home/.copilot/skills/codebase-analysis
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/RuanBuitendag42/.dotfiles --skill codebase-analysis-ruanbuitendag42

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Systematizes codebase analysis across six dimensions to produce a comprehensive Codebase Profile that informs team formation and architecture decisions.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Six-dimension reconnaissance covering structure, architecture, dependencies, DevOps, testing, and documentation
  • Phase-based analysis with Phase 1 quick reconnaissance, Phase 2 deep analysis, Phase 3 consolidation
  • Output a standardized Codebase Profile to guide agent team generation and planning

Quick Start

Run the 3-phase analysis workflow against the target repository to generate a Codebase Profile.

Frequently Asked Questions about codebase-analysis

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

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What is codebase analysis and when do I need to profile my software architecture?▼

Codebase analysis profiles a software project across six dimensions—structure, architecture, dependencies, DevOps, testing, and documentation. You need it to understand existing project structure and inform team planning or architecture decisions before scaling.

How do I analyze a codebase to understand its architecture and dependencies?▼

You analyze a codebase by running a formal three-phase workflow: quick reconnaissance, deep analysis, and consolidation. This process systematically evaluates structure, architecture, and dependencies to generate a standardized Codebase Profile.

Can I use codebase analysis for DevOps and documentation profiling?▼

Yes, codebase analysis explicitly covers DevOps and documentation as two of its six profiling dimensions. The analysis evaluates these areas alongside structure and testing to produce a comprehensive project overview.

What is the best way to generate a codebase profile for team planning?▼

The best way to generate a codebase profile is executing a structured three-phase analysis workflow. It consolidates reconnaissance and deep analysis into a standardized output that directly informs agent team composition and planning.

Does codebase profiling require any specific dependencies or tools to run?▼

No, codebase profiling requires no external dependencies or specific tools to execute. The analysis workflow operates directly on the target repository to evaluate its architecture and generate a structural profile.