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extension-review

Audit installed VS Code extensions against repository technology stacks.

7|2|Updated Dec 14, 2025
Search Tags:#vscode#developer productivity#mcp servers#extension audit#project tooling#agent plugins
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/asafelobotomy/iCloud-Drive-Downloader --skill extension-review
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: extension-review
Source: https://github.com/asafelobotomy/iCloud-Drive-Downloader/tree/main/.github/skills/extension-review
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/asafelobotomy/iCloud-Drive-Downloader --skill extension-review

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This skill helps you reduce extension bloat by auditing your installed VS Code extensions against what your repository’s actual stack needs.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Extension keep/add/remove recommendations: Groups extensions into keep, recommended additions, and consider removing based on detected repo stack signals.
  • Profile-aware analysis: Checks for repo-specific VS Code profiles (including Copilot profile tooling when available) to avoid mixing extensions from other projects.
  • Agent plugin and MCP overlap audit: Reviews agent plugins and cross-references MCP configuration to identify duplicates and overlap with standalone MCP setups.
  • Unknown-stack safety gate: For stacks outside the built-in heuristics, it recommends only extensions that meet strict quality criteria (install base, rating, and recency).

Quick Start

Ask for an extension audit for the current repository and then follow the generated report, without installing or uninstalling anything until you explicitly confirm.

Frequently Asked Questions about extension-review

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I audit VS Code extensions for my repository stack?▼

Auditing VS Code extensions involves discovering installed extensions via code CLI and inspecting workspace recommendation files to recommend keep, add, or remove actions based on detected stack signals. The skill generates a report and requires explicit confirmation before modifying anything.

What is the best way to clean up duplicate VS Code extensions across project workspaces?▼

Cleaning up duplicate or profile-mixed extensions requires profile-aware analysis that checks for repo-specific VS Code profiles. This avoids mixing extensions from other projects and identifies duplicates by cross-referencing agent plugins and MCP configurations.

Can I use this extension audit tool with an unknown technology stack?▼

Yes, for stacks outside built-in heuristics, an unknown-stack safety gate applies. It recommends only extensions meeting strict quality criteria including install base, rating, and recency, ensuring safe suggestions for unfamiliar technologies.

How does the audit handle agent plugins and MCP overlaps?▼

The audit reviews agent plugins and cross-references MCP configuration to identify duplicates and overlap with standalone MCP setups. This detects redundant tooling and prevents conflicting configurations across your VS Code environment.

Does the extension review automatically uninstall irrelevant extensions?▼

No, the extension review does not automatically uninstall anything. It generates a report with recommendations and requires explicit user confirmation before any installation or uninstallation action is executed.

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