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er-checklist

Generate or update .er-checklist.json from the current git diff and review data.

2|Updated Feb 24, 2026
Search Tags:#automation#git#workflow#checklist#diff#generate#code-review
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/VilfredSikker/easy-review --skill er-checklist
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: er-checklist
Source: https://github.com/VilfredSikker/easy-review/tree/main/skills/er-checklist
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/VilfredSikker/easy-review --skill er-checklist

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

Generate or update the .er-checklist.json review checklist from the current diff and review data.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Reads the current git diff and reads .er-review.json and .er-feedback.json (if present) to link checklist items to findings.
  • Computes diff_hash to detect staleness and prevent outdated items from surfacing.
  • Writes .er-checklist.json to support automated PR review workflows.
  • Base branch comes from .er-review.json; if missing, detect main then master.

Quick Start

Run /er-checklist to regenerate the checklist from the latest diff.

Frequently Asked Questions about er-checklist

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I auto-generate a PR review checklist from a git diff?▼

To auto-generate a PR review checklist from a git diff, run the command to read your current changes and write them into a .er-checklist.json file. It links existing review and feedback data to surface relevant checklist items automatically.

What is a diff hash used for in PR review checklists?▼

A diff hash is used in PR review checklists to detect staleness and prevent outdated items from surfacing. It computes a unique signature of the current git diff to ensure the checklist matches the latest code changes.

How do I link code review findings to my automated PR checklist?▼

You can link code review findings to your automated PR checklist by reading .er-review.json and .er-feedback.json files. The tool parses these files to connect existing findings with the newly generated checklist items.

Can I use a custom base branch for generating a code review checklist?▼

Yes, you can use a custom base branch for generating a code review checklist by specifying it in the .er-review.json file. If the file or branch is missing, it defaults to detecting main and then master.

What happens to outdated checklist items when the git diff changes?▼

When the git diff changes, outdated checklist items are filtered out using a computed diff_hash for staleness detection. This ensures the .er-checklist.json file only surfaces items relevant to the most recent code modifications.

Does this code review checklist generator require any external dependencies?▼

No, this code review checklist generator does not require external dependencies. It operates within a Git repository using internal scripts to read diffs and JSON files to produce the final checklist output.

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