web-launch-gate

Automates a 16-point pre-launch security and compliance check for web deployments.

558|75|Updated Dec 18, 2025
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/winstonkoh87/Athena-Public --skill web-launch-gate
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: web-launch-gate
Source: https://github.com/winstonkoh87/Athena-Public/tree/main/examples/skills/quality/web-launch-gate
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/winstonkoh87/Athena-Public --skill web-launch-gate

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

The Pre-launch gate prevents insecure deployments by enforcing a mandatory 16-point checklist covering secrets, authentication, privacy, abuse prevention, and legal basics before any web-facing deployment.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Enforces a mandatory pre-deployment security and compliance gate across hosting environments (Vercel, Netlify, Firebase, etc.).
  • Performs a structured 16-point checklist and blocks deployment on critical failures to reduce liabilities.
  • Suitable for anything from client projects to Athena deployments, ensuring consistent security posture.

Quick Start

Run the web-launch-gate gating process prior to deploying any web-facing application to halt deployment if critical items fail.

Frequently Asked Questions about web-launch-gate

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I run a pre-launch security gate check before deploying my web app?

You can enforce a pre-launch security gate by running an automated 16-point checklist that sequentially validates secrets, authentication, privacy, and abuse prevention, blocking the deployment process on critical failures.

What does a pre-deployment security checklist for web apps include?

A pre-deployment security checklist for web apps includes 16 critical points covering secrets management, authentication, privacy, abuse prevention, and legal basics. It sequentially evaluates these areas to ensure a consistent security posture before launch.

Does the pre-launch security gate work with Vercel, Netlify, and Firebase hosting?

Yes, the pre-launch security gate works across hosting environments including Vercel, Netlify, and Firebase hosting. It applies the same compliance and security checks to web deployments across these various hosting providers and local environments.

Can a deployment gate block my web app release if security checks fail?

Yes, a deployment gate can block your web app release. It enforces a mandatory 16-point security and compliance checklist and automatically halts the deployment process on critical failures to reduce liabilities and prevent insecure launches.

When do I need to run a compliance and privacy check before web deployment?

You need to run a compliance and privacy check immediately prior to deploying any web-facing application. This ensures legal basics and privacy requirements are validated, preventing insecure deployments across hosting providers or local environments.

Why does my web app deployment fail the pre-launch security gate?

Your web app deployment fails the pre-launch security gate when critical items in the 16-point checklist are not met. Sequential checks detect failures in secrets, authentication, or privacy, providing clear pass/fail reporting to halt insecure releases.