context-map

Generate change impact analyses and dependency maps for codebase modifications.

Updated Mar 1, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/CloudyWing/ai-dotfiles --skill context-map-cloudywing
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
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Skill: context-map
Source: https://github.com/CloudyWing/ai-dotfiles/tree/main/skills/context-map
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/CloudyWing/ai-dotfiles --skill context-map-cloudywing

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Provide a structured, discoverable analysis of which code elements and tests will be affected by planned refactors, interface or signature changes, file moves, renames, merges, or cross-module modifications to reduce the risk of missed updates.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Change identification: Clarify the core change target (for example, a method signature, interface, or class rename).
  • Affected list generation: Enumerate direct implementers/inheritors, direct callers (including tests), and likely indirect dependents that may require updates.
  • Output for planning: Produce a human-readable impact table that shows relationship type and recommended adjustments, and mark any dynamic or reflection-based usages as "requires manual confirmation".
  • Use case: Use during design or planning discussions to decide whether a proposed interface change is feasible and to scope work for implementation and testing.

Quick Start

Ask the skill to generate a context map by describing the proposed change (for example the method, interface, or file being modified) and the intended scope.

Frequently Asked Questions about context-map

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

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How do I perform a change impact analysis before refactoring a codebase?

Change impact analysis identifies affected direct and indirect callers, implementers, and tests before modifying an interface or class signature. It produces a dependency map and impact table flagging reflection-based bindings as needing manual verification to avoid missed updates.

What is static traversal for codebase dependency mapping?

Static traversal maps codebase dependencies by inspecting implementations, direct and indirect callers, and test references without executing code. It flags runtime bindings or reflection-based usages as requiring manual confirmation to ensure complete change impact coverage.

Can I use static analysis to find all tests affected by an interface change?

Yes, static analysis enumerates direct and indirect test references affected by an interface change. It generates an impact table with relationship types and recommended adjustments, scoping the testing work needed for cross-module modifications.

What is the best way to scope work for cross-module codebase updates?

The best way to scope cross-module updates is generating a dependency map and impact table during design discussions. This clarifies the core change target and enumerates likely indirect dependents, helping decide if a proposed modification is feasible.

Does static impact analysis detect reflection-based runtime bindings?

Static impact analysis flags reflection-based or runtime bindings as requiring manual verification rather than resolving them automatically. You must manually confirm these dynamic usages when performing impact analysis for class signature changes or file moves.