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checkstyle-review

Review upstream Checkstyle configuration changes and recommend rule adoption decisions.

2|1|Updated Nov 7, 2025
Search Tags:#code review#github#checkstyle#spotless#xml configuration#java formatting#style rules
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npx skills add https://github.com/is-ivanov/rpm-ddd --skill checkstyle-review-is-ivanov
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Skill: checkstyle-review
Source: https://github.com/is-ivanov/rpm-ddd/tree/main/.claude/skills/checkstyle-review
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/is-ivanov/rpm-ddd --skill checkstyle-review-is-ivanov

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill helps you review automated upstream Checkstyle config update pull requests without blindly accepting style changes that could break your team's current rules, formatter setup, or build stability.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • PR-Based Rule Review: Finds the open Checkstyle update pull request and analyzes the upstream config diff change by change.
  • Rule Mapping & Recommendation: Maps each upstream change to the active my_checks.xml configuration, classifies the type of change, and recommends whether to accept or reject it.
  • Formatter Compatibility Gate: Verifies layout-related rule changes do not conflict with Spotless and Palantir Java Format before adoption.
  • Safe Porting Workflow: After explicit user confirmation, ports accepted changes into my_checks.xml, documents rejected ones as deviations, and validates the result with a Checkstyle run.

Quick Start

Ask the AI to review the latest Checkstyle update pull request and recommend which upstream rule changes should be accepted or rejected.

Frequently Asked Questions about checkstyle-review

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I review upstream Checkstyle configuration changes without breaking my custom rules?▼

To review upstream Checkstyle changes safely, analyze the pull request diff change by change and map each modification to your active my_checks.xml. Classify rule updates and document deviations to prevent breaking your customized style enforcement.

How do I ensure Checkstyle rule updates do not conflict with Spotless and Palantir Java Format?▼

To ensure Checkstyle updates do not conflict with Spotless and Palantir Java Format, apply a formatter compatibility gate that verifies layout-related rule changes before adoption. This prevents style violations between your static analyzer and code formatter.

What is the best way to port accepted Checkstyle updates to a custom my_checks.xml ruleset?▼

The best way to port accepted Checkstyle updates to my_checks.xml is to apply the changes, document rejected rules as deviations, and validate the final configuration with a Maven Checkstyle run to ensure build stability.

Can I track google_checks.xml as a reference while enforcing a custom Checkstyle configuration?▼

Yes, you can track google_checks.xml as an upstream reference while enforcing my_checks.xml. This workflow allows you to evaluate automated update pull requests and selectively adopt style rules that fit your team's requirements.

Why does my Maven Checkstyle build fail after updating my custom Java formatting rules?▼

Your Maven Checkstyle build may fail after updating Java formatting rules if the new changes conflict with existing checks or Spotless formatting. Validate the final configuration with a Maven Checkstyle run after porting accepted modifications.

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