critical-review

Review code for correctness, design, security, performance, and tests with severity-based reporting.

Updated Jun 15, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/stumman/hermes-harness-skills --skill critical-review-stumman
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
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Skill: critical-review
Source: https://github.com/stumman/hermes-harness-skills/tree/main/.agents/skills/critical-review
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/stumman/hermes-harness-skills --skill critical-review-stumman

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill addresses the challenges of thorough code reviews by organizing findings by severity and providing concrete fixes, improving code quality and maintainability.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Prioritized Findings: Classifies issues as Blocker, Major, or Minor/Nit for quick resolution.
  • Concrete Fixes: Offers actionable suggestions for each finding.
  • Use Case: Before shipping a new feature, use this Skill to conduct a pre-ship review, ensuring all critical issues are addressed.

Quick Start

Perform a critical review of the code changes in the 'new-features' branch.

Frequently Asked Questions about critical-review

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

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How do I automate a comprehensive code review before shipping a new feature?

Automate a comprehensive code review by assessing correctness, design, security, performance, and tests. The process generates severity-based reports with concrete fix recommendations to ensure code quality before shipping.

What is the best way to prioritize issues found during security auditing and performance analysis?

Prioritize security auditing and performance analysis issues by classifying them as Blocker, Major, or Minor. This severity-based reporting organizes findings to enable quick resolution of critical problems.

How does issue prioritization work for bug detection in feature migration reviews?

Issue prioritization for bug detection in feature migration reviews categorizes findings into Blocker, Major, or Minor severity levels. This classification provides actionable fixes to address migration risks systematically.

Can I get concrete fixes for code correctness and design issues during a refactor audit?

Yes, you can get concrete fixes for code correctness and design issues during a refactor audit. The review process provides actionable suggestions for each finding to improve maintainability and resolve design flaws.

When do I need a severity-based reporting process for code review?

You need a severity-based reporting process for code review when conducting pre-ship audits, feature migration reviews, or refactor audits. It organizes findings by impact to ensure critical issues are addressed before deployment.