scout

Identify the top 3 highest-impact improvements in files touched by a diff.

19|3|Updated Mar 11, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/dirien/yet-another-agent-harness --skill scout-dirien
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
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Skill: scout
Source: https://github.com/dirien/yet-another-agent-harness/tree/main/.claude/skills/scout
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/dirien/yet-another-agent-harness --skill scout-dirien

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Scout Rule — identify the top 3 highest-impact improvement opportunities in files you're already touching. Analyzes entire file content, not just changed lines. Focuses on pre-existing code quality, not PR bugs. Use when preparing a PR, during code review, or after completing a feature.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Identify the top 3 improvements in files touched by a diff.
  • Analyze entire file content, not only changed lines.
  • Use during PR prep, code review, or after completing a feature.

Quick Start

Run the scout command on your current branch to surface the top three improvement opportunities.

Frequently Asked Questions about scout

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I identify high-impact code improvements in files touched by a git diff?

To identify high-impact code improvements from a git diff, analyze the entire file content rather than just changed lines. This surfaces top pre-existing quality opportunities based on impact and low risk, focusing on overall file health rather than PR bugs.

Can I use automated code review to find low-risk refactoring opportunities before creating a PR?

Yes, automated code review can find low-risk refactoring opportunities before creating a PR by applying a scoring model to entire file contents. This evaluates pre-existing code quality during PR preparation or after feature completion to surface top opportunities.

What is the best way to apply the Scout Rule for code quality during feature development?

The best way to apply the Scout Rule for code quality is to analyze entire file contents of files touched by a diff after completing a feature. This identifies the top three improvement opportunities by scoring impact and risk, rather than just reviewing changed lines.

Does diff analysis for code improvements check only the changed lines or the entire file?

Diff analysis for code improvements checks the entire file content rather than only the changed lines. This approach evaluates pre-existing code quality across the full scope of touched files to surface the highest-impact opportunities during code review.

Why should I analyze entire file contents instead of just the diff when reviewing code quality?

Analyzing entire file contents instead of just the diff evaluates pre-existing code quality rather than PR bugs. This approach surfaces the top three highest-impact improvement opportunities by applying a scoring model based on impact and low risk across the full file.

When should I run code improvement analysis during the development workflow?

Run code improvement analysis during PR preparation, code reviews, or after feature completion. This timing allows you to surface the top three highest-impact opportunities in files you are already touching without disrupting the core development flow.