Code Review Patterns

Automates code review assessments across six focus areas and cross-file relationships.

1|Updated Jan 1, 2026
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Skill: Code Review Patterns
Source: https://github.com/betamatt/claude-plugins/tree/main/code-review/skills/code-review-patterns
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/betamatt/claude-plugins --skill code-review-patterns-betamatt

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What problem does it solve?

This skill provides a repeatable, evidence-based approach to code reviews by outlining six focus areas and cross-file relationships, helping teams surface actionable improvements rather than surface-level issues.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Six focus areas (Architecture & Design, Code Quality, Security & Dependencies, Performance & Scalability, Testing Quality, Documentation & API) guide every review.
  • Cross-file intelligence and template-based feedback enable consistent, evaluable reviews across large codebases.
  • Use cases include initial PR reviews, post-merge audits, and onboarding new engineers to standardized review practices.

Quick Start

Review a pull request using the six-aspect framework to generate structured feedback.

Frequently Asked Questions about Code Review Patterns

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

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How do I perform structured code reviews across architecture, security, and performance?

Structured code reviews apply a six-area checklist covering architecture, quality, security, performance, testing, and documentation to generate actionable feedback. This framework prioritizes risks and cross-file relationships to surface improvements rather than surface-level issues.

What is the best way to automate code review assessments for large codebases?

Automating code review assessments for large codebases uses template-based feedback and cross-file intelligence to evaluate pull requests. It enforces focus-area checklists across six domains to ensure consistent, evaluable reviews and actionable fixes.

Can I use structured code review patterns for post-merge audits and onboarding?

Structured code review patterns support post-merge audits and onboarding by applying standardized review practices. The six-aspect framework provides repeatable, evidence-based guidance to help new engineers understand architecture, security, and performance expectations.

How do you evaluate cross-file relationships during a pull request review?

Evaluating cross-file relationships during a pull request review involves tracing dependencies and architectural impacts across multiple files. The framework applies checklists across six focus areas to identify systemic risks and generate actionable fixes.

What focus areas should a code review checklist cover for security and dependencies?

A code review checklist for security and dependencies should cover architecture, code quality, security, performance, testing, and documentation. This six-area framework ensures comprehensive risk prioritization and actionable feedback across large codebases.

Why do code reviews miss actionable fixes in large codebases?

Code reviews miss actionable fixes in large codebases when they lack structured focus areas and cross-file intelligence. Applying a six-aspect checklist ensures reviews evaluate architecture, security, and performance systematically to surface evidence-based improvements.