before-file-search

To locate implementation files accurately, redirect exploratory file searches to the codebase-locator agent instead of using basic grep or glob commands. This enforces a disciplined search workflow by validating results and avoiding irrelevant matches across large codebases.

The best way to find authentication modules and configuration files is using a codebase-locator-first approach. This guided search method improves accuracy and efficiency over basic shell searches by validating results to ensure relevant matches.

You should use the codebase-locator agent instead of glob for file discovery to reduce reliance on potentially noisy shell searches in large repositories. This safe tooling doctrine enforces search discipline and validates results to avoid irrelevant matches.

You need to use a codebase-locator for repository searches when performing exploratory file discovery tasks such as locating authentication modules, configuration files, and implementation files. Always perform file searches with the codebase-locator first before running any grep or glob commands.

Yes, but always perform file searches with the codebase-locator first before running any grep or glob commands. The workflow enforces search discipline by validating results from the codebase-locator agent to avoid irrelevant matches before proceeding.