code-review-checklist

Provide a code review checklist with severity classifications and best practices.

10|5|Updated Jan 29, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/Claude-Code-Community-Ireland/claude-code-resources --skill code-review-checklist-claude-code-community-ireland
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Skill: code-review-checklist
Source: https://github.com/Claude-Code-Community-Ireland/claude-code-resources/tree/main/plugins/vibeworks-library/skills/code-review-checklist
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/Claude-Code-Community-Ireland/claude-code-resources --skill code-review-checklist-claude-code-community-ireland

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill provides a structured and comprehensive checklist to ensure code quality, correctness, security, and maintainability during the code review process, reducing bugs and improving collaboration.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Systematic Review: Covers correctness, readability, maintainability, security, performance, and testing.
  • Severity Classification: Helps prioritize feedback with Blocker, Major, Minor, and Suggestion levels.
  • Best Practices: Offers guidance on constructive feedback and reviewer/author responsibilities.
  • Use Case: A developer is about to submit a pull request. They can consult this checklist to self-review their code, ensuring all aspects are covered before requesting a formal review from teammates.

Quick Start

Use the code-review-checklist skill to review the provided code snippet for correctness and security.

Frequently Asked Questions about code-review-checklist

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

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What should a code review cover to ensure maintainability and security?

A code review checklist covers correctness, readability, maintainability, security, performance, and testing criteria to identify bugs, design flaws, and vulnerabilities before merging code.

How do I prioritize feedback during a code review?

You can prioritize code review feedback by classifying issues into Blocker, Major, Minor, and Suggestion severity levels to structure communication and highlight critical flaws first.

Can I use a code review checklist to self-review my pull request before asking teammates?

Yes, developers can use a code review checklist to self-review their code for security and correctness before submitting a pull request, ensuring all quality criteria are met proactively.

What is the best way to structure code review feedback for authors?

The best way to structure code review feedback is by following best practices for reviewer and author responsibilities, providing constructive feedback categorized by severity to facilitate clear collaboration.

Does a standard code review checklist help find security vulnerabilities?

Yes, a standard code review checklist explicitly includes security criteria to help reviewers identify potential vulnerabilities and design flaws before the code is merged into the main branch.