codebase-research

Research codebase components, connections, and patterns to answer questions.

12|Updated Feb 2, 2026

Search Tags:#architecture #documentation #research #codebase #visualization #code exploration

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npx skills add https://github.com/pratos/clanker-setup --skill codebase-research-pratos

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Skill: codebase-research
Source: https://github.com/pratos/clanker-setup/tree/main/skills/codebase-research
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/pratos/clanker-setup --skill codebase-research-pratos

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill requires git, gh, and includes scripts (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill helps users understand complex codebases by systematically researching components, connections, and patterns, providing clear documentation and visualizations.

Core Features & Use Cases

Deep Codebase Analysis: Investigate specific topics or architectural designs within a codebase.
Component Exploration: Identify file locations, implementation details, and inter-component connections.
Architecture Visualization: Generates Mermaid and ASCII diagrams for architectural clarity.
Use Case: When onboarding a new developer, use this skill to generate a comprehensive research document explaining the authentication flow of the application, including diagrams and code references.

Quick Start

Use the codebase-research skill to investigate the architecture of the user authentication module.

Frequently Asked Questions about codebase-research

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

FAQPage Schema

How do I visualize codebase architecture for a complex project?▼

To visualize codebase architecture, this skill systematically researches components and patterns, then generates Mermaid and ASCII diagrams to illustrate structural connections and implementation details.

What is the best way to research a specific module like an authentication flow in an unfamiliar codebase?▼

Researching an unfamiliar codebase module is done by exploring inter-component connections and implementation patterns, which produces a comprehensive documentation file explaining the specific architectural flow.

Can I explore inter-component connections and file locations without manually reading every file?▼

Yes, you can explore connections and file locations automatically; the skill investigates the codebase to identify implementation details and maps how different components interact without manual file traversal.

Do I need git and gh installed to investigate codebase patterns and architecture?▼

Yes, you need git and gh installed in your environment, as these dependencies are required to access repository history and interact with the codebase to conduct comprehensive architectural research.

How does code exploration for deep architectural understanding work?▼

Code exploration for architectural understanding works by systematically traversing the codebase to answer specific questions, identifying patterns, and outputting visual diagrams that clarify complex component relationships.

What are the limitations of using automated research for codebase architecture visualization?▼

A limitation of automated codebase architecture visualization is that the research depth depends on the complexity of the codebase and the specificity of the topic investigated, requiring clear questions for accurate diagrams.