verification-before-completion

Run a designated verification command and report confirmed status with evidence.

16|9|Updated Nov 6, 2013
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/erikstmartin/dotfiles --skill verification-before-completion-erikstmartin
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: verification-before-completion
Source: https://github.com/erikstmartin/dotfiles/tree/main/skills/global/.agents/skills/verification-before-completion
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/erikstmartin/dotfiles --skill verification-before-completion-erikstmartin

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This skill enforces verification before declaring work complete, ensuring all claims are backed by fresh evidence.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Enforce evidence-first completion claims during code reviews and PRs
  • Provide a repeatable gate process: IDENTIFY → RUN → READ → VERIFY → REPORT
  • Helpful for teams aiming to improve transparency and accountability

Quick Start

Run the verification command to confirm completion before claiming success.

Frequently Asked Questions about verification-before-completion

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

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How do I enforce verification before claiming a code review or PR is complete?

To enforce verification before claiming a PR is complete, require fresh evidence and full verification command outputs. This process ensures claims are backed by evaluated results rather than assumptions, establishing accountability during code reviews and commits.

What is the process to require evidence before reporting a task completion status?

The process to require evidence before reporting task completion is a repeatable gate: IDENTIFY, RUN, READ, VERIFY, and REPORT. This sequence enforces running a designated verification command and evaluating its complete output before confirming any success status.

Does PR quality assurance work without requiring fresh verification evidence?

PR quality assurance does not work effectively without fresh verification evidence. Requiring full verification command outputs during code reviews prevents unverified completion claims, ensuring transparent and accountable development practices across your team.

What's the best way to gate code commits so developers cannot skip verification?

The best way to gate code commits is enforcing a strict verification sequence: identify the command, run it, read the complete output, verify the results, and report with supporting evidence. This prevents developers from skipping quality assurance checks.

Are there limitations to enforcing evidence-first completion claims during code reviews?

A limitation of enforcing evidence-first completion claims during code reviews is that it requires running a designated verification command every time. Teams must consistently evaluate the full output to maintain transparency and avoid reverting to unverified status reporting.

Can I use this verification gate process for both code commits and pull requests?

You can use this verification gate process for both code commits and pull requests. The enforcement applies to any work completion claim, requiring you to run designated verification commands and evaluate full outputs before reporting a confirmed status.