scout

Name: scout
Availability: InStock
Author: thanh-apero

Locate files and gather context across codebases using parallel agents.

1|1|Updated Jan 15, 2026

Search Tags:#codebase #parallel agents #context gathering #file discovery #scout

Ready to run

npx skills add https://github.com/Thanh-apero/apero-kit-cli --skill scout-thanh-apero

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Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: scout
Source: https://github.com/Thanh-apero/apero-kit-cli/tree/main/templates/skills/scout
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/Thanh-apero/apero-kit-cli --skill scout-thanh-apero

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill provides a fast and efficient way to scout codebases using parallel agents, enabling quick discovery of files and gathering of task context across directories.

Core Features & Use Cases

Parallel Agent Usage: Utilizes multiple agents to simultaneously search for files and gather context.
Internal & External Agents: Supports both internal (Explore) and external (Gemini/OpenCode) agents for flexible searching.
Use Case: Ideal for when you need to quickly locate files across a large codebase or understand file relationships before starting a debugging session.

Quick Start

Use the 'scout' skill to search for 'authentication files' in the current 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 quickly locate files and gather context across a large codebase?▼

Codebase scouting with parallel agents locates files and gathers context across large directories quickly. It operates by deploying multiple agents simultaneously to search and retrieve relevant task context, reducing the time spent on manual file discovery.

Can I use external CLI tools instead of internal agents for codebase discovery?▼

Yes, codebase discovery supports both internal Explore subagents and external tools like Gemini or OpenCode CLI. This allows you to use external search agents for flexible file finding and context gathering within your existing development environment.

What is the best way to find related files before starting a debugging session?▼

The best way to find related files before debugging is using parallel agents for codebase scouting. This approach searches directories simultaneously to map file relationships and gather the necessary task context efficiently before you begin troubleshooting.

Does parallel codebase scouting work for quick searches across multiple directories?▼

Parallel codebase scouting is optimized specifically for quick searches across multiple directories. By utilizing multiple agents at once, it rapidly discovers files and gathers context without the delays of sequential directory scanning.

When should I not use parallel agents for codebase file discovery?▼

Parallel agents for codebase file discovery should be avoided if you are working in a very small directory where sequential searching is instantaneous, or if your environment lacks the resources to support running multiple concurrent agents effectively.