requesting-code-review

Review git diffs against explicit requirements before merging in Codex.

Updated Mar 24, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/yangshu2087/Codex --skill requesting-code-review-yangshu2087
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: requesting-code-review
Source: https://github.com/yangshu2087/Codex/tree/main/.agents/skills/requesting-code-review
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/yangshu2087/Codex --skill requesting-code-review-yangshu2087

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Focused, structured code reviews that validate changes against actual git diffs and explicit requirements before merging.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Anchor reviews to the diff: compare HEAD with BASE and highlight differences that matter
  • Define mandatory and optional review triggers to ensure consistency
  • Step-by-step workflow guidance for running reviews within Codex, including placeholder templating and examples

Quick Start

Request a review after completing a major feature by following the code-reviewer.md checklist.

Frequently Asked Questions about requesting-code-review

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

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How do I perform a pre-merge code review using git diff analysis?

A structured pre-merge code review anchors assessments to the actual git diff by comparing HEAD with BASE. It highlights differences that matter and validates changes against explicit requirements before merging to main.

What is diff-driven code review and when do I need it?

Diff-driven code review is a structured process validating changes against actual git diffs and explicit requirements. You need it during major feature work, refactors, or bug fixes across any repository before PRs to main.

How do I run a structured pull request review in Codex?

Run a structured pull request review in Codex by following a step-by-step workflow guidance checklist. This involves using placeholder templating for implemented features and referencing the plan to ensure production-readiness before merging.

Does this code review approach work for refactors and bug fixes?

Yes, this code review approach works for refactors and bug fixes. It defines mandatory and optional review triggers to ensure consistency, rigorously validating changes against explicit requirements and actual git diffs.

What are the limitations of diff-driven code review for pull requests?

Diff-driven code review for pull requests is limited to evaluating the provided git diff and explicit requirements. It requires placeholders for what was implemented and a plan reference to satisfy the structured production-readiness checklist.