requesting-code-review

Dispatch a reviewer subagent to evaluate completed work against plans and Git ranges.

Updated May 19, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/costrict-plugins-repo/anthropic-superpowers --skill requesting-code-review-costrict-plugins-repo
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
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Skill: requesting-code-review
Source: https://github.com/costrict-plugins-repo/anthropic-superpowers/tree/main/skills/requesting-code-review
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/costrict-plugins-repo/anthropic-superpowers --skill requesting-code-review-costrict-plugins-repo

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill automates a formal code-review stage by dispatching a reviewer subagent that focuses on the work product, not the author's session history.

Core principle: Review early, review often.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Dispatch a general-purpose subagent to review completed work against explicit plans or requirements.
  • Provide a structured prompt (via code-reviewer.md) to the reviewer, including task description, plan, and Git ranges for precise evaluation.
  • Integrate into standard workflows: after each task in subagent-driven development, after major features, and before merging to main.

Quick Start

Get BASE_SHA and HEAD_SHA for your change, then dispatch a code-reviewer subagent using the template and apply the feedback before proceeding.

Frequently Asked Questions about requesting-code-review

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I automate a code review before merging changes?

Automate a code review by dispatching a reviewer subagent to evaluate completed work against your plan. You provide a task description, requirements, and Git base and HEAD SHAs to compare, and the system returns a structured prompt with calibration guidance.

When should I run an automated code review in a subagent-driven development workflow?

Run an automated code review after each completed task in subagent-driven development, after major features, and before merging to main. This applies the core principle of reviewing early and often to catch issues before they compound.

What inputs do I need to generate a structured code review prompt?

Generating a structured code review prompt requires a task description, a plan or requirements, and the base and HEAD Git SHAs to compare. These inputs allow the reviewer subagent to focus strictly on the work product.

Does automated code review evaluate my session history or just the final code?

Automated code review evaluates only the final work product, not the author's session history. The reviewer subagent focuses strictly on the completed changes defined by the provided Git ranges and requirements.

Can I integrate a formal code review stage into standard development workflows?

You can integrate a formal code review stage into standard workflows by applying it after each subagent task, major features, and pre-merge. This ensures continuous quality assurance throughout the development lifecycle.

What is the best way to catch code issues early in subagent-driven development?

The best way to catch issues early is to dispatch a general-purpose reviewer subagent after each task. It evaluates your changes against explicit plans using a structured prompt, providing precise feedback before you proceed.