repomix-explorer

Pack repository data with Repomix to generate XML analysis outputs.

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npx skills add https://github.com/yamadashy/repomix --skill repomix-explorer

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Skill: repomix-explorer
Source: https://github.com/yamadashy/repomix/tree/main/.claude/skills/repomix-explorer
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/yamadashy/repomix --skill repomix-explorer

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill helps developers quickly analyze and map a codebase by packing repository data with the Repomix CLI, turning complex structures into searchable outputs.

Core Features & Use Cases

Codebase Packing: Package remote or local repositories into a structured, searchable representation.
Structure & Pattern Analysis: Inspect file trees, detect recurring patterns, and quantify tokens or lines.
Use Case: Quickly assess a project’s size and organization to plan refactoring or onboarding.

Quick Start

Use the repomix-explorer skill to scan a repository and generate an analysis file. For a remote repo: npx repomix@latest --remote <owner>/<repo> --output /tmp/<repo-name>-analysis.xml For a local directory: npx repomix@latest /path/to/repo --output /tmp/<repo-name>-analysis.xml Then read the resulting XML to review the file tree and metrics.

Frequently Asked Questions about repomix-explorer

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

FAQPage Schema

How do I analyze a codebase structure and get token metrics?▼

Analyze a codebase structure and token metrics using Repomix by running npx repomix@latest with your repository path or remote URL, then parsing the generated XML output to review the file tree and quantified metrics.

Can I use Repomix to explore both remote and local repositories?▼

Yes, Repomix supports both remote repositories via the --remote flag (owner/repo format) and local directories by specifying a file path, generating searchable analysis outputs for either source.

What does Repomix output and how do I interpret it?▼

Repomix packs repository data into a structured XML file containing the file tree, recurring patterns, token counts, and line metrics, enabling quick assessment of a project's size and organization.

Do I need Node.js and npm to use Repomix for codebase analysis?▼

Yes, Repomix requires a Node-enabled environment to execute the npx repomix CLI command and generate analysis outputs for your repository.

What are the limitations of Repomix when mapping large codebases?▼

Repomix token and size metrics reflect the packed output; extremely large repositories may generate large XML files. Processing time scales with repository complexity, and filtering options may be needed for massive projects.