performance-gate

Enforce before/after benchmarks for hot-path changes in CI pipelines.

1|3|Updated Feb 28, 2026
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npx skills add https://github.com/vobbilis/aigile --skill performance-gate-vobbilis
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Skill: performance-gate
Source: https://github.com/vobbilis/aigile/tree/main/.github/skills/performance-gate
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/vobbilis/aigile --skill performance-gate-vobbilis

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill ensures performance changes are gated by before/after benchmarks to prevent regressions in hot paths.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Baseline capture and re-benchmark for hot-path changes
  • Automated regression gating with a predefined threshold
  • Integration-ready workflow for CI and code reviews

Quick Start

Before shipping any change to hot paths, capture a baseline, run the change, re-run benchmarks, and gate on regression.

Frequently Asked Questions about performance-gate

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

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How do I prevent performance regressions in CI pipelines?

You can prevent performance regressions in CI pipelines by enforcing performance gates that require before and after benchmarks for code changes touching hot paths. The Skill captures a baseline, re-benchmarks the change, compares results, and gates the commit against a predefined regression threshold.

How do before/after benchmarks work for gating query execution changes?

Before/after benchmarking for query execution gating works by capturing a baseline performance metric before applying a change, re-running the benchmark after, and comparing the two. If the regression exceeds the predefined threshold, the governance gate fails the CI pipeline to prevent the merge.

What is a performance gate in software engineering?

A performance gate in software engineering is an automated checkpoint in a CI pipeline that compares before and after benchmarks for hot path changes. It prevents performance regressions in areas like storage and indexing by enforcing a strict regression threshold before code is merged.

When do I need to run baseline capture and re-benchmark for hot path changes?

You need to run baseline capture and re-benchmarking for hot path changes whenever a code modification touches query execution, storage, or indexing. This ensures that any performance regression is identified and gated against a predefined threshold during the CI pipeline.

Can I integrate performance regression gating into existing code review workflows?

Yes, you can integrate performance regression gating into existing code review workflows. The Skill is designed as an integration-ready workflow for CI pipelines, automatically enforcing before and after benchmark comparisons and governance against regression thresholds during the review process.

What is the best way to enforce a regression threshold for storage and indexing changes?

The best way to enforce a regression threshold for storage and indexing changes is to use an automated performance gate within your CI pipeline. This approach captures a baseline, re-benchmarks the modified hot paths, and applies governance to block changes that exceed the acceptable regression threshold.