stack-detection

Detect a project's technology stack by analyzing package.json and code patterns.

8|2|Updated Jan 15, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/bradtaylorsf/alphaagent-team --skill stack-detection-bradtaylorsf
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: stack-detection
Source: https://github.com/bradtaylorsf/alphaagent-team/tree/main/plugins/aai-core/skills/stack-detection
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/bradtaylorsf/alphaagent-team --skill stack-detection-bradtaylorsf

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill prevents AI hallucinations by automatically detecting the technology stack of a project before code generation begins, ensuring the use of appropriate patterns and libraries.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Comprehensive Detection: Analyzes package.json, configuration files, and code patterns to identify frontend frameworks, backend frameworks, databases, ORMs, state management, styling, testing tools, validation libraries, and build tools.
  • Prevents Hallucinations: Ensures agents use technology-specific patterns relevant to the project, avoiding incorrect code.
  • Use Case: Before writing any code for a new project, run this skill to determine if it's a React/Next.js frontend with a Node.js/Express backend and Prisma ORM, so the AI can load the correct code generation patterns.

Quick Start

Run the stack detection checklist to document the project's technology stack.

Frequently Asked Questions about stack-detection

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I prevent AI code hallucinations when generating code for an unfamiliar project?

Preventing AI code hallucinations requires detecting the project's technology stack before code generation. This skill analyzes package.json and configuration files to identify frontend, backend, database, and ORM tools, ensuring the AI uses correct, technology-specific patterns.

How do I detect a project's technology stack from configuration files?

Detecting a project's technology stack involves analyzing package.json, configuration files, and code patterns. This process identifies frontend frameworks, backend frameworks, databases, state management, styling, and testing tools to document the full stack.

Can AI agents automatically identify my frontend and backend frameworks before writing code?

AI agents can automatically identify frontend and backend frameworks by running a stack detection checklist. This analyzes your project's configuration files and code patterns to ensure accurate technology-specific code generation.

What is the best way to ensure an AI assistant uses the correct ORM and database patterns?

The best way to ensure an AI assistant uses correct ORM and database patterns is to run stack detection first. It identifies specific databases and ORMs like Prisma, loading the appropriate patterns to prevent incorrect code generation.

Does stack detection work for identifying build tools and validation libraries in a web project?

Stack detection works for identifying build tools and validation libraries by analyzing code patterns and configuration files. It comprehensively maps out testing tools, validation libraries, state management, and styling solutions.

Why does my AI assistant generate code with the wrong state management or styling libraries?

Your AI assistant generates code with the wrong state management or styling libraries due to unrecognized project stacks. Running stack detection first identifies these specific technologies, preventing hallucinations and ensuring accurate code generation.