swe-workflow-research

Explore codebases read-only to map structure, dependencies, and relationships.

1|Updated Jan 16, 2026

Search Tags:#documentation #research #codebase #memory #code-analysis #read-only

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npx skills add https://github.com/EarthmanWeb/serena-workflow-engine --skill swe-workflow-research

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Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: swe-workflow-research
Source: https://github.com/EarthmanWeb/serena-workflow-engine/tree/main/skills/swe-workflow-research
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/EarthmanWeb/serena-workflow-engine --skill swe-workflow-research

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Enables teams to understand a codebase without making changes by providing structured insights and documentation from read-only exploration.

Core Features & Use Cases

Read-only code exploration using Serena symbolic tools to map file structure, dependencies, and relationships.
Find relevant functions, modules, and entry points to onboard new contributors or debug complex features.
Document findings in a structured Skill Return for knowledge capture and future task planning.

Quick Start

Run the read-only workflow to begin exploration of the current project and gather an initial findings report.

Frequently Asked Questions about swe-workflow-research

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

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How do I explore a codebase to understand its structure without modifying files?▼

You can perform read-only codebase exploration to map file structure, dependencies, and relationships using symbolic tools without modifying files. This approach surfaces actionable insights for onboarding and debugging by writing findings to memory for reuse.

What is the best way to map dependencies and relationships across a software project?▼

The best way to map dependencies and relationships is through read-only codebase exploration using Serena symbolic tools. It identifies structural connections and documents findings in a structured format for architectural analysis and future task planning.

Can I use Serena symbolic tools for read-only code analysis during onboarding?▼

Yes, Serena symbolic tools support read-only code analysis to find relevant functions, modules, and entry points. This facilitates onboarding by revealing project structure and dependencies while adhering to non-modification constraints.

How do I document codebase findings for future task planning?▼

You document codebase findings by running a read-only workflow that writes structured insights to WORKING_MEMORY. This captures knowledge about modules and dependencies, making it available for subsequent reuse and future task planning.

Does read-only code exploration work for debugging complex features?▼

Read-only code exploration works for debugging complex features by identifying relevant modules, entry points, and dependencies. It adheres to non-modification constraints while providing structured documentation of codebase relationships to surface actionable insights.