cross-review

Review code diffs and project plans via an independent Codex session.

1|Updated Jul 5, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/AidenSbVevo/claude-code-starter --skill cross-review-aidensbvevo
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: cross-review
Source: https://github.com/AidenSbVevo/claude-code-starter/tree/main/skills/cross-review
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/AidenSbVevo/claude-code-starter --skill cross-review-aidensbvevo

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill requires codex-cli.

What problem does it solve?

This skill solves the problem of reviewer bias by providing an independent, decorrelated second opinion on code diffs and project plans using a separate model (Codex), ensuring that the implementer's blind spots are caught.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Adversarial Review: Provides a critical, independent assessment of plans or code without being influenced by the original author's reasoning.
  • Structured Findings: Generates machine-readable JSON reports with severity levels, file locations, and suggested fixes.
  • Use Case: Use this before finalizing a pull request or committing to a complex architectural plan to ensure that edge cases, security risks, and logic errors are identified by a fresh, independent perspective.

Quick Start

Ask the assistant to perform a cross-review on the current plan or diff to get an independent second opinion.

Frequently Asked Questions about cross-review

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I get an independent code review to catch blind spots in my pull request?

To get an independent code review, you can use an adversarial cross-review process that analyzes code diffs via a separate, decorrelated model session to identify logic errors and security risks.

What is adversarial testing for architectural plans and when do I need it?

Adversarial testing for architectural plans is a decorrelated review process that critically assesses specifications without author bias. You need it before committing to complex project plans to ensure high-integrity verification.

How do I perform a cross-review on a code diff or project plan?

To perform a cross-review, prompt the assistant to evaluate your current diff or plan. The skill uses a separate Codex session in a read-only sandbox to generate structured JSON findings with severity levels and suggested fixes.

Do I need Codex CLI to run decorrelated code and plan reviews?

Yes, you need authenticated access to the Codex CLI to run decorrelated reviews. The skill uses this separate model environment to ensure objective, non-biased feedback on your software development workflows.

What is the best way to eliminate reviewer bias when finalizing implementation logic?

The best way to eliminate reviewer bias is using an independent adversarial review mechanism. It provides a fresh second opinion on implementation logic by utilizing a separate model, catching the original author's blind spots.

What format does the adversarial code review output use for identified security risks?

The adversarial code review outputs machine-readable JSON reports. These structured findings include severity levels, file locations, and suggested fixes for identified edge cases and security risks.