build-sentinel

Execute XOmnibus builds and diagnose REGISTER_ENGINE, CMake, and auval failures.

Updated Mar 14, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/BertCalm/xo-ox-claude-config --skill build-sentinel
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Skill: build-sentinel
Source: https://github.com/BertCalm/xo-ox-claude-config/tree/main/skills/build-sentinel
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/BertCalm/xo-ox-claude-config --skill build-sentinel

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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What problem does it solve?

This Skill acts as a crucial gatekeeper, preventing broken code, compilation errors, and validation failures from entering the main codebase, thus maintaining a stable and reliable software build.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Comprehensive Build Validation: Executes the full build process and runs auval for Apple's validation.
  • Pre-Build Checks: Scans for common integration issues like REGISTER_ENGINE macro problems and CMake configuration errors.
  • Failure Diagnosis: Pinpoints exact errors in code and provides actionable fixes.
  • Use Case: Before committing a new feature, run the Build Sentinel to guarantee it compiles, passes auval, and doesn't break existing functionality.

Quick Start

Run the build sentinel to check if the new code breaks the build.

Frequently Asked Questions about build-sentinel

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

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How do I validate code integrity and run auval checks before committing changes?

To validate code integrity before committing, you can execute a build process that compiles all engines, runs auval checks, and diagnoses failures like REGISTER_ENGINE macro problems or CMake configuration errors. This prevents broken code from entering the main codebase.

Why does my build fail with REGISTER_ENGINE macro problems during compilation?

REGISTER_ENGINE macro problems cause build failures due to integration issues within the code. A pre-build check can scan for these specific macro errors and CMake configuration issues, pinpointing the exact code errors and providing actionable fixes to restore compilation.

What is the best way to diagnose auval failures and CMake configuration errors?

The best way to diagnose auval failures and CMake configuration errors is to run a comprehensive build validation process that monitors the compilation, pinpoints exact validation failures, and offers specific fixes to ensure seamless integration without breaking existing functionality.

Can I automatically check if new code breaks the existing codebase before integration?

Yes, you can automatically check if new code breaks the existing codebase by running a build sentinel that acts as a gatekeeper. It executes the full build process, validates compilation across all engines, and ensures no regressions occur before integration.

Does build validation work with CMake projects and Apple's auval validation?

Build validation works seamlessly with CMake projects and Apple's auval validation by executing the full build process. It monitors compilation, runs auval checks, and diagnoses any configuration or validation failures to maintain a stable software build.

What are the limitations of running pre-build checks for compilation and regression testing?

Pre-build checks for compilation and regression testing are limited to diagnosing known issues like REGISTER_ENGINE macro problems, CMake configuration errors, and auval failures. They prevent broken code from entering the codebase but require a complete XOmnibus build process to execute.