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Exploration Tools

Standardize codebase exploration with Glob, Grep, Read, and LSP tools.

Updated Mar 15, 2025
Search Tags:#code navigation#code exploration#lsp#glob#grep#file search#content search
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/yasushiasahi/nix-config --skill exploration-tools-yasushiasahi
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: Exploration Tools
Source: https://github.com/yasushiasahi/nix-config/tree/main/home-manager/agent-skills/skills/exploration-tools
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/yasushiasahi/nix-config --skill exploration-tools-yasushiasahi

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill provides a standardized set of tools and patterns for agents to explore and understand codebases, eliminating duplicated tool definitions and ensuring consistent usage.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • File Discovery: Quickly find files using glob patterns.
  • Content Search: Search file contents with regular expressions.
  • Code Navigation: Utilize Language Server Protocol (LSP) for symbol definitions and references.
  • File Reading: View specific sections of file content.
  • Use Case: An agent can use this skill to find all TypeScript files, search for a specific function's usage across the project, and then navigate to its definition.

Quick Start

Use the Glob tool to find all files ending with '.ts' in the current directory.

Frequently Asked Questions about Exploration Tools

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I search for a specific function's usage across a codebase?▼

To search for a function's usage across a codebase, use content search with regular expressions. This allows agents to quickly locate specific patterns and references within file contents for efficient code analysis.

What is the best way to find files using glob patterns for code navigation?▼

Finding files using glob patterns is a standardized file discovery method for code navigation. It enables agents to quickly locate specific files, such as finding all TypeScript files ending with '.ts' in the project directory.

How does LSP help with code exploration and symbol navigation?▼

LSP facilitates code exploration by enabling precise code navigation to symbol definitions and references. It provides standardized tool knowledge, allowing agents to deterministically locate and understand code structures within a codebase.

Can I use regular expressions for content search when exploring an unknown codebase?▼

Yes, you can use regular expressions for content search when exploring an unknown codebase. This standardized pattern allows agents to consistently search file contents and locate specific code implementations across the project.

Do I need any external dependencies to use these code exploration tools?▼

No external dependencies are required to use these code exploration tools. The skill provides a self-contained, standardized set of tools and patterns for file discovery, content search, and code navigation without additional setup.

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