codebase-analysis

Analyze codebases across six dimensions to generate a Codebase Profile.

Updated Oct 3, 2024
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/RuanBuitendag42/.dotfiles --skill codebase-analysis-ruanbuitendag42
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Skill: codebase-analysis
Source: https://github.com/RuanBuitendag42/.dotfiles/tree/main/home/.copilot/skills/codebase-analysis
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/RuanBuitendag42/.dotfiles --skill codebase-analysis-ruanbuitendag42

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Systematizes codebase analysis across six dimensions to produce a comprehensive Codebase Profile that informs team formation and architecture decisions.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Six-dimension reconnaissance covering structure, architecture, dependencies, DevOps, testing, and documentation
  • Phase-based analysis with Phase 1 quick reconnaissance, Phase 2 deep analysis, Phase 3 consolidation
  • Output a standardized Codebase Profile to guide agent team generation and planning

Quick Start

Run the 3-phase analysis workflow against the target repository to generate a Codebase Profile.

Frequently Asked Questions about codebase-analysis

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

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What is codebase analysis and when do I need to profile my software architecture?

Codebase analysis profiles a software project across six dimensions—structure, architecture, dependencies, DevOps, testing, and documentation. You need it to understand existing project structure and inform team planning or architecture decisions before scaling.

How do I analyze a codebase to understand its architecture and dependencies?

You analyze a codebase by running a formal three-phase workflow: quick reconnaissance, deep analysis, and consolidation. This process systematically evaluates structure, architecture, and dependencies to generate a standardized Codebase Profile.

Can I use codebase analysis for DevOps and documentation profiling?

Yes, codebase analysis explicitly covers DevOps and documentation as two of its six profiling dimensions. The analysis evaluates these areas alongside structure and testing to produce a comprehensive project overview.

What is the best way to generate a codebase profile for team planning?

The best way to generate a codebase profile is executing a structured three-phase analysis workflow. It consolidates reconnaissance and deep analysis into a standardized output that directly informs agent team composition and planning.

Does codebase profiling require any specific dependencies or tools to run?

No, codebase profiling requires no external dependencies or specific tools to execute. The analysis workflow operates directly on the target repository to evaluate its architecture and generate a structural profile.