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causal-linker

Map actions, events, and side-effects into causal chains across codebases.

3|Updated Apr 3, 2026
Search Tags:#code analysis#dependency analysis#software architecture#codebase visualization#causal mapping
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/ForgePlan/marketplace --skill causal-linker
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Skill: causal-linker
Source: https://github.com/ForgePlan/marketplace/tree/main/plugins/forgeplan-brownfield-pack/skills/causal-linker
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/ForgePlan/marketplace --skill causal-linker

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill requires Forgeplan, C2, and includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill maps actions, events, and side-effects into causal chains, helping you understand and visualize the relationships between different parts of your codebase.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Causal Chain Mapping: Automatically identify and visualize the relationships between actions, events, and side-effects in your code.
  • Use Case: Use the causal-linker skill to analyze the impact of a specific function or change in your codebase, understanding how it affects other parts of the system.

Quick Start

Use the causal-linker skill to map causal chains in your codebase.

Frequently Asked Questions about causal-linker

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I map causal chains and side-effects across a complex codebase?▼

To map causal chains across a codebase, use causal mapping to automatically identify actions, events, and side-effects, visualizing them as X causes Y relationships.

What is causal mapping in software architecture and code analysis?▼

Causal mapping in software architecture identifies and visualizes X causes Y relationships between actions, events, and side-effects, showing how different parts of a codebase interact.

Do I need Forgeplan to visualize codebase dependencies and causal relations?▼

Yes, you need Forgeplan to define new relations and C2 to identify entry points when mapping actions and side-effects into causal chains across your codebase.

Can I analyze the impact of a specific function change on my software architecture?▼

Yes, you can analyze the impact of a specific function change by mapping its associated actions and side-effects into causal chains to see how it affects other system parts.

What's the best way to visualize X causes Y relationships in software engineering?▼

The best way to visualize X causes Y relationships is by mapping actions, events, and side-effects into causal chains, which clarifies the structural impact across your codebase.

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