dotnet-serena-analysis-patterns

Analyze .NET codebases for architectural patterns, code smells, and security vulnerabilities.

1|Updated Feb 22, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/rudironsoni/dotnet-agent-harness --skill dotnet-serena-analysis-patterns
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Skill: dotnet-serena-analysis-patterns
Source: https://github.com/rudironsoni/dotnet-agent-harness/tree/main/.rulesync/skills/dotnet-serena-analysis-patterns
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/rudironsoni/dotnet-agent-harness --skill dotnet-serena-analysis-patterns

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill automates the complex and time-consuming process of analyzing .NET codebases for architectural integrity, code quality issues, and potential security vulnerabilities, which are often missed by traditional text-based analysis.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Architecture Validation: Ensure adherence to layered, repository, and dependency injection patterns.
  • Code Smell Detection: Identify anti-patterns like God Classes, Feature Envy, and Shotgun Surgery.
  • Security Analysis: Detect hardcoded secrets and potential SQL injection risks.
  • Use Case: A team lead can use this Skill to perform a comprehensive health check on a new .NET microservice to ensure it meets architectural standards and is free from common code smells before merging.

Quick Start

Use the dotnet-serena-analysis-patterns skill to validate the layered architecture of the 'MyApp' project.

Frequently Asked Questions about dotnet-serena-analysis-patterns

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I detect architectural violations and code smells in a .NET codebase?

To detect architectural violations and code smells in a .NET codebase, use symbol-aware analysis to validate layered architectures and identify anti-patterns like God Classes, ensuring structural integrity beyond text-based limitations.

What is symbol-aware code analysis and how does it improve .NET security checks?

Symbol-aware code analysis uses semantic understanding to pinpoint security risks like hardcoded secrets and SQL injection in .NET projects, overcoming text-based scanning limitations to provide precise vulnerability detection.

How to validate layered architecture and dependency injection patterns in .NET?

Validate layered architecture and dependency injection patterns in .NET by analyzing codebases with semantic symbol capabilities to ensure adherence to repository patterns and identify dependency issues accurately.

Can I perform a comprehensive code health check on a new .NET microservice before merging?

Yes, you can perform a comprehensive health check on a new .NET microservice to verify architectural standards compliance and detect common code smells or security vulnerabilities before merging.

Does Serena MCP work with .NET for detecting hardcoded secrets and SQL injection risks?

Yes, Serena MCP works with .NET by leveraging semantic understanding to detect potential security risks including hardcoded secrets and SQL injection, providing precise analysis beyond text-based scanning.

What are the limitations of text-based code analysis compared to semantic symbol-aware scanning?

Text-based code analysis limitations include missing architectural patterns, code smells, and security vulnerabilities, whereas semantic symbol-aware scanning uses deep understanding to detect dependency issues and anti-patterns accurately.