qlty-check

Automate code quality checks, formatting, and metrics using the qlty CLI.

3|Updated Dec 31, 2025
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/Overdrive-Consulting/overdrive-ai-devkit --skill qlty-check-overdrive-consulting
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Skill: qlty-check
Source: https://github.com/Overdrive-Consulting/overdrive-ai-devkit/tree/main/skills/qlty-check
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/Overdrive-Consulting/overdrive-ai-devkit --skill qlty-check-overdrive-consulting

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill automates code quality checks, formatting, and metrics using the qlty CLI to streamline review cycles and enforce standards.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Automated Linting: Run centralized checks across languages to enforce style and quality.
  • Auto-Formatting & Metrics: Auto-fix eligible issues and generate metrics to identify hotspots and risk.
  • Use Case: Before merging, run a full quality pass to surface issues, apply fixes where possible, and produce a quality report for the team.

Quick Start

Use the qlty skill to check and fix issues in your repository:

  • Check changed files: qlty check
  • Auto-fix: qlty check --fix
  • Metrics: qlty check --metrics
  • Full scan: qlty check --all --json

Frequently Asked Questions about qlty-check

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

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How do I automate code quality checks before merging a repository?

You can automate code quality checks before merging by running a CLI tool to surface issues, apply formatting fixes, and generate a quality report. This streamlines review cycles and enforces standards across your software repositories.

Can I run static analysis and linting across multiple programming languages?

Yes, you can run centralized static analysis and linting across multiple languages. The CLI applies automated checks to software repositories to enforce style and quality regardless of the language used.

How do I auto-fix formatting issues and generate code quality metrics?

To auto-fix formatting issues and generate metrics, use the CLI to run checks with the auto-fix and metrics options. This automatically fixes eligible issues and identifies risk hotspots in your code.

Do I need the qlty CLI installed to use automated code quality checks?

Yes, you need the qlty CLI installed to use these automated code quality checks. The skill relies on the CLI to perform static analysis, formatting, and metrics generation across your repositories.

What is the best way to run a full code quality scan and output a JSON report?

The best way to run a full code quality scan and output a JSON report is by executing a full scan command with the JSON flag. This performs a comprehensive check across all files and returns structured data.

Can I use code quality automation for pre-commit checks and CI pipelines?

Yes, you can use code quality automation for pre-commit checks and CI pipelines. The CLI is designed to integrate into these workflows, enforcing standards and surfacing issues before code is merged.