prepare-staged-for-review

Review staged code changes for cleanup, bugs, security, and refactoring.

Updated Aug 27, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/swtch1/dotfiles --skill prepare-staged-for-review
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Skill: prepare-staged-for-review
Source: https://github.com/swtch1/dotfiles/tree/main/.claude/skills/prepare-staged-for-review
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/swtch1/dotfiles --skill prepare-staged-for-review

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill helps developers ensure their staged code is clean, bug-free, and adheres to project standards before committing or pushing.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Code Cleanup: Removes debug statements, dead code, and unused imports.
  • Bug & Security Assessment: Analyzes for boundary conditions, input validation issues, and potential security vulnerabilities.
  • Refactoring: Suggests and applies safe, behavior-preserving refactors.
  • Test Code Review: Evaluates test coverage and adherence to best practices.
  • Use Case: Before submitting a pull request, use this Skill to perform a thorough pre-review of your staged changes, catching potential issues and improving code quality.

Quick Start

Use the prepare-staged-for-review skill to review my staged code changes in the current directory.

Frequently Asked Questions about prepare-staged-for-review

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

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How do I review staged git changes for bugs and security issues before committing?▼

To review staged git changes, analyze the diff for boundary conditions, input validation issues, and potential security vulnerabilities. This pre-commit process ensures your staged code is clean and bug-free before you push it to a repository.

What is the best way to remove debug statements and dead code from staged files?▼

Code cleanup removes debug statements, dead code, and unused imports directly from your staged changes. This refactoring process ensures only necessary, behavior-preserving code is committed, improving overall code quality and maintainability.

Can I check test code coverage and project conventions on staged changes?▼

Yes, you can check test code coverage and project conventions on staged changes. The review evaluates test coverage against best practices and ensures adherence to project-specific standards, catching compliance issues early in development.

How do I perform a pre-commit refactoring assessment on my staged code?▼

Pre-commit refactoring assessment analyzes your staged code to suggest and apply safe, behavior-preserving refactors. It identifies architectural violations and improvement opportunities to optimize the code structure before final submission.

Does this pre-commit review work for analyzing backwards compatibility?▼

Yes, this pre-commit review works for analyzing backwards compatibility. It assesses your staged changes to ensure new modifications do not break existing functionality, maintaining system stability and architectural integrity.

Why should I run a pre-commit code review instead of waiting for the pull request?▼

Running a pre-commit code review catches potential issues before submitting a pull request. It performs a thorough check for cleanup, bugs, and security vulnerabilities early, reducing review iterations and improving code quality beforehand.