scan

Analyze a codebase with four parallel mapper agents into .planning/codebase.

Updated Aug 23, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/SienkLogic/towline --skill scan-sienklogic
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: scan
Source: https://github.com/SienkLogic/towline/tree/main/plugins/dev/skills/scan
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/SienkLogic/towline --skill scan-sienklogic

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Analyze an existing codebase to produce a comprehensive map of its structure, architecture, conventions, and concerns for brownfield projects.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Spawn four parallel Task(subagent_type: "dev:towline-codebase-mapper") agents for analysis and mapping.
  • Delegate reading and pattern recognition to specialized mapper subagents to maintain context isolation.
  • Generate a coherent reconnaissance and architecture outline that informs planning and implementation.

Quick Start

Run the scan skill to generate a full codebase map and begin analysis with four parallel mapper agents.

Frequently Asked Questions about scan

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I map and understand an existing codebase structure?

Map an existing codebase by running an automated reconnaissance analysis that spawns four parallel mapper agents to evaluate architecture, conventions, and concerns, generating a comprehensive structural outline.

What is the best way to analyze brownfield project architecture automatically?

Automated brownfield project architecture analysis is best handled by delegating reading and pattern recognition to specialized parallel mapper subagents, maintaining context isolation while producing a coherent architecture outline.

How does parallel codebase mapping work for large projects?

Parallel codebase mapping works by coordinating four parallel Task agents acting as specialized mappers, independently analyzing different codebase facets while maintaining context isolation to generate a multi-faceted structural map.

Can I use automated codebase reconnaissance without modifying my source files?

Automated codebase reconnaissance can be used without modifying source files because the analysis enforces a read-only, agent-driven workflow, safely mapping architecture while writing outputs only to the .planning/codebase directory.

Where are the architecture analysis results stored during codebase scanning?

Codebase scanning architecture analysis results are stored as defined outputs in the .planning/codebase directory, generating concise frontmatter-focused results to inform downstream planning and implementation tasks.