autonomous-coder

Automate software changes from root-cause analysis through tested deployment.

Updated Apr 23, 2026

Search Tags:#testing #deployment #bug fix #git workflow #autonomous coding #feature implementation

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npx skills add https://github.com/HaraldeRoessler/ownify-microclaw --skill autonomous-coder

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Skill: autonomous-coder
Source: https://github.com/HaraldeRoessler/ownify-microclaw/tree/main/skills/built-in/autonomous-coder
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/HaraldeRoessler/ownify-microclaw --skill autonomous-coder

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill helps an agent safely carry a software change from diagnosis to deployment without skipping validation steps or editing protected branches.

Core Features & Use Cases

Plan before changes: Identifies relevant files and writes a concise fix plan before touching code.
Branch, edit, test, commit, deploy workflow: Enforces a strict sequence for development tasks to reduce risk and keep changes isolated.
Safety guardrails: Prevents editing outside the workspace, avoids dangerous git actions, and blocks deployment until tests pass.
Use Case: A service starts returning errors, and the Skill guides the agent to inspect the code, create a feature branch, apply a minimal fix, run tests, commit safely, and optionally deploy.

Quick Start

Use the autonomous-coder skill to investigate the bug, create a feature branch, make the smallest safe code fix, run the relevant tests, and commit the change if validation passes.

Frequently Asked Questions about autonomous-coder

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

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How do I automate bug fixes from diagnosis to deployment safely?▼

To automate bug fixes safely, you can enforce a strict sequence: isolate changes on a feature branch, apply minimal edits, run tests, and deploy only after validation passes. This prevents skipping critical verification steps.

What is the safest git workflow for implementing features autonomously?▼

The safest git workflow for autonomous feature implementation requires branch isolation before editing, followed by test verification and a safe commit. Deployment is blocked until all tests pass, keeping changes isolated and validated.

How do I prevent an autonomous agent from editing protected branches?▼

To prevent editing protected branches, apply safety guardrails that restrict edits to the workspace, avoid dangerous git actions, and require a feature branch before any code changes are made.

Can I deploy code changes automatically without running tests first?▼

No, deploying code changes without running tests first is blocked by design. The workflow enforces test verification, ensuring deployment only occurs after all validation passes to maintain software safety.

What's the best way to handle incident-driven maintenance in a code repository?▼

Handling incident-driven maintenance involves inspecting the code to identify relevant files, creating a feature branch, applying a minimal fix, running tests, and committing safely if validation passes.

Does autonomous coding require planning before making code changes?▼

Yes, autonomous coding requires planning before changes. The agent identifies relevant files and writes a concise fix plan before touching code, ensuring minimal and targeted edits during feature implementation or refactoring.