scout

Scout codebases with parallel agents for file discovery and context gathering.

Updated Jan 27, 2026

Search Tags:#codebase #parallel agents #discovery #code exploration #file search #scout

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npx skills add https://github.com/Hoang130203/Emgu_CV_automation --skill scout-hoang130203

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Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: scout
Source: https://github.com/Hoang130203/Emgu_CV_automation/tree/main/.opencode/skills/scout
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/Hoang130203/Emgu_CV_automation --skill scout-hoang130203

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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What problem does it solve?

This Skill rapidly scouts codebases using parallel agents to efficiently locate files needed for various tasks, reducing manual search time and improving developer productivity.

Core Features & Use Cases

File Discovery: Quickly find specific files or types of files across large codebases.
Task Context Gathering: Gather relevant files and information to understand the scope of a feature or bug.
Codebase Exploration: Understand project structure and locate functionality.
Use Case: When starting work on a new feature that spans multiple directories, use Scout to identify all relevant files and their general purpose.

Quick Start

Use the scout skill to find all files related to user authentication in the src/auth directory.

Frequently Asked Questions about scout

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

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How do I find specific files across multiple directories in a large codebase?▼

Codebase scouting with parallel agents enables rapid file discovery across large project directories. It executes multiple search agents concurrently to efficiently locate targeted files and gather task context, significantly reducing manual search time.

What is the best way to gather context before starting a new feature in an unfamiliar project?▼

Pre-change impact assessment and codebase exploration help you understand project structure before starting new features. By running parallel agents, you can quickly locate relevant files and gather the necessary task context to evaluate the scope of changes across directories.

Can I use external CLI tools for code exploration instead of internal agents?▼

Yes, code exploration supports both internal Explore agents and external integrations like Gemini or OpenCode CLI. This flexible search strategy allows you to choose the best agent execution method for efficient file discovery within your specific development environment.

How does parallel agent execution improve codebase search efficiency?▼

Parallel agent execution improves codebase search efficiency by running multiple discovery processes concurrently. This approach allows you to rapidly scout large codebases, quickly locating the specific files needed for various software development tasks without sequential bottlenecks.

Does scout work for analyzing project structure and locating specific functionality?▼

Yes, project structure analysis is a core function of codebase scouting. It uses parallel agents to map out directories and locate specific functionality, helping developers understand the overall layout and find relevant code blocks efficiently.