chronicler

Review user-specified files against notes to verify comprehension.

Updated Aug 27, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/rfowler1994/project-archivist --skill chronicler-rfowler1994
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: chronicler
Source: https://github.com/rfowler1994/project-archivist/tree/main/.agents/skills/chronicler
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/rfowler1994/project-archivist --skill chronicler-rfowler1994

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Review one file, or a user-bounded set of files, to verify comprehension. Use when the user wants a compact understanding check, responsibility summary, dependency/coupling scan, or confusion/risk scan. Do not use for implementation, refactoring, or broad code review unless explicitly requested.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Compact comprehension checks: Quickly validate understanding of provided material.
  • Responsibility & coupling scans: Identify ownership and relationships between concepts.
  • Confusion & risk assessment: Surface ambiguities or potential misconceptions.

Quick Start

Provide a file path (or files) and any notes to generate a concise comprehension report.

Frequently Asked Questions about chronicler

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I verify my comprehension of a specific code file?

To verify file comprehension, provide the file path and your notes. The tool reviews only the specified scope, using your notes as the baseline to generate a concise comprehension report.

What is a dependency and coupling scan for a bounded set of files?

A dependency and coupling scan identifies ownership and relationships between concepts within your specified file scope. It reviews the provided boundaries to surface how files interact and depend on each other.

Can I check my understanding of a file without providing any notes?

Yes, you can check file understanding without notes. When notes are absent, the comprehension review generates a standalone summary to validate your understanding of the provided material.

When should I not use a file comprehension check?

You should not use a file comprehension check for implementation, refactoring, or broad code review tasks. It is designed strictly for compact understanding checks, responsibility scans, and risk assessments within a specified scope.

How do I perform a confusion and risk assessment on a bounded file scope?

To perform a confusion and risk assessment, provide the bounded file scope. The review will surface ambiguities, potential misconceptions, and risks based strictly on the files you specified.

Does file comprehension review work on broad codebases?

No, file comprehension review does not work on broad codebases. It operates with strict scoping rules, requiring you to provide a specific file or a user-bounded set of files for the review.