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se-polish-beta

Start a development server and open the feature in a browser.

Updated May 7, 2026
Search Tags:#automation#workflow#iteration#browser#dev-server#port-detection#live-testing
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/simonwjackson/pi-software-engineering --skill se-polish-beta
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Skill: se-polish-beta
Source: https://github.com/simonwjackson/pi-software-engineering/tree/main/skills/se-polish-beta
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/simonwjackson/pi-software-engineering --skill se-polish-beta

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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

What problem does it solve?

Starting the development loop is repetitive and error-prone. This skill automates launching the dev server, opening the feature in a browser, and guiding fast, feedback-driven improvements.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Automated dev-server bootstrap and browser launch for rapid feedback.
  • Phase-based iteration flow: branch handling, server start, live-testing prompts.
  • Port and environment resilience with launch.json integration when available.

Quick Start

Boot the dev loop by starting the server, opening the feature in a browser, and beginning iterative improvements.

Frequently Asked Questions about se-polish-beta

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I automate launching a dev server and opening it in a browser?▼

Automating a dev server and browser launch requires a runnable script like `npm run dev` or `bin/dev` to bootstrap the environment, detect active ports, and guide feedback-driven improvements through live interaction.

What is the best way to set up rapid iteration with live feedback during feature development?▼

Rapid iteration with live feedback is achieved by automating server startup and browser launch to create a phase-based flow, allowing teams to test, observe, and refine user-facing functionality in a live environment.

Do I need a specific package manager to automate my development server workflow?▼

No specific package manager is required, but you need a runnable dev script such as `npm run dev` or `bin/dev`, the `jq` dependency for processing, and a browser for live interaction.

How does port detection work when starting a development server?▼

Port detection identifies the active port during server startup to ensure environment resilience, integrating with `launch.json` when available to reliably map the running development server to the browser.

Can I use this automated dev server workflow with my existing launch.json configuration?▼

Yes, the automated dev server workflow supports `launch.json` integration when available, providing port and environment resilience to ensure the feature opens correctly in the browser during iteration.

Why is my dev server not working when I try to automate the browser launch?▼

Your dev server might not work during automated browser launch if it lacks a runnable dev script like `npm run dev` or `bin/dev`, which is required to start the server, detect ports, and open the feature.

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