zoom-out

Generates a high-level map of relevant modules and callers for unfamiliar code.

Updated Jul 7, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/bbenefield89/skills --skill zoom-out-bbenefield89
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: zoom-out
Source: https://github.com/bbenefield89/skills/tree/main/skills/zoom-out
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/bbenefield89/skills --skill zoom-out-bbenefield89

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve? When you encounter an unfamiliar section of code, it is hard to understand how it fits into the bigger picture. This Skill prompts the agent to step back one layer of abstraction and explain the surrounding architecture instead of line-level details. ## Core Features & Use Cases - Architectural Overview: Produces a map of all relevant modules and callers related to the code you are examining. - Domain Vocabulary: Uses the project's domain glossary vocabulary so explanations match your team's terminology. - Writing Standard: Applies the shared ASD-STE100 simplified technical English standard to its prose output. - Use Case: You open a legacy service you have never touched. Invoke this Skill to get a module-and-caller map before diving into implementation details. ## Quick Start Ask the agent to zoom out and map the modules and callers around the code section you are currently viewing.

Frequently Asked Questions about zoom-out

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I understand an unfamiliar part of a codebase quickly?

Ask the agent to zoom out one layer of abstraction and map the relevant modules and callers around that code. This gives architectural context before you read line-level implementation details.

What does the zoom-out skill produce as output?

It produces a map of all relevant modules and callers related to the code you are examining, written using the project's domain glossary vocabulary and following the ASD-STE100 writing standard.

Does zoom-out depend on other skills?

Yes, it references the shared asd-ste100 skill for its writing standard. If that skill is unavailable, the response states the limitation and applies ASD-STE100 as closely as possible from context.

When should I not use a zoom-out architectural overview?

Avoid it when you already know the architecture and need a specific bug fix or line-level change. Zooming out adds context-gathering overhead that is unnecessary for well-understood code.

Can zoom-out be invoked automatically by the model?

No, it sets disable-model-invocation to true, so it only runs when you explicitly invoke it. This keeps it as an on-demand tool for moments when you need broader context.