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codebase-mapping

Analyze codebase architecture, conventions, and git history into a comprehensive map.

Updated Aug 23, 2026
Search Tags:#architecture#codebase#conventions#mapping#tech-stack#git-history
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/reiserwang/Coding_Agent --skill codebase-mapping-reiserwang
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Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: codebase-mapping
Source: https://github.com/reiserwang/Coding_Agent/tree/main/.gemini/skills/codebase-mapping
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/reiserwang/Coding_Agent --skill codebase-mapping-reiserwang

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Analyze an existing codebase to produce a comprehensive map of architecture, conventions, and git history to inform planning and risk assessment.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Architecture analysis: identify directory structure, module boundaries, dependencies, and entry points.
  • Convention discovery: capture naming patterns, testing approaches, and code style norms to guide future work.
  • Git history assessment: summarize churn, active contributors, and hotspots to inform scheduling and risk decisions.
  • Use Case: Before starting a brownfield feature, run this skill to surface architectural patterns and potential integration points.

Quick Start

Run a full codebase mapping for the current project to capture architecture, conventions, and git history.

Frequently Asked Questions about codebase-mapping

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I analyze a codebase to understand its architecture and conventions?▼

To analyze a codebase, you map its directory structure, module boundaries, dependencies, and entry points. This process captures naming patterns, testing approaches, and code style norms to guide future development work.

What is codebase mapping and when do I need it for legacy projects?▼

Codebase mapping is the process of producing a comprehensive map of architecture, conventions, and git history. You need it before planning new work on legacy projects, when joining unfamiliar codebases, or after major refactors to refresh understanding.

How do I assess git history to identify code hotspots and active contributors?▼

Assess git history by summarizing commit churn, active contributors, and code hotspots. This assessment informs scheduling and risk decisions by revealing which areas of the codebase undergo frequent changes and who maintains them.

Can I identify tech stack and integration points before starting a brownfield feature?▼

Yes, you can identify the tech stack and integration points by running a full codebase mapping. This surfaces architectural patterns and potential integration points before you start a brownfield feature, empowering informed planning.

Does codebase mapping work for unfamiliar codebases without prior context?▼

Codebase mapping works effectively for unfamiliar codebases by analyzing existing directory structures and conventions. It identifies module boundaries, dependencies, and entry points to establish context and inform planning without requiring prior knowledge.

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