Best use case
mention-validate is best used when you need a repeatable AI agent workflow instead of a one-off prompt.
It is a strong fit for teams already working in Codex.
Validate all @-mentions resolve to existing files
Teams using mention-validate should expect a more consistent output, faster repeated execution, less prompt rewriting.
When to use this skill
- You want a reusable workflow that can be run more than once with consistent structure.
When not to use this skill
- You only need a quick one-off answer and do not need a reusable workflow.
- You cannot install or maintain the underlying files, dependencies, or repository context.
Installation
Claude Code / Cursor / Codex
Manual Installation
- Download SKILL.md from GitHub
- Place it in
.claude/skills/mention-validate/SKILL.mdinside your project - Restart your AI agent — it will auto-discover the skill
How mention-validate Compares
| Feature / Agent | mention-validate | Standard Approach |
|---|---|---|
| Platform Support | Codex | Limited / Varies |
| Context Awareness | High | Baseline |
| Installation Complexity | Unknown | N/A |
Frequently Asked Questions
What does this skill do?
Validate all @-mentions resolve to existing files
Which AI agents support this skill?
This skill is designed for Codex.
Where can I find the source code?
You can find the source code on GitHub using the link provided at the top of the page.
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SKILL.md Source
# @-Mention Validation
Validate that all @-mentions in codebase resolve to existing files.
## Usage
```bash
/mention-validate # Validate current directory
/mention-validate --strict # Fail on any broken mention
/mention-validate --output report.md # Write report to file
```
## Options
| Option | Default | Description |
|--------|---------|-------------|
| --target | . | Directory to validate |
| --strict | false | Exit with error on broken mentions |
| --output | stdout | Write report to file |
## Process
1. **Scan** all files for @-mention patterns
2. **Extract** @-mention paths
3. **Resolve** paths relative to repo root
4. **Report** broken/valid mentions
## Output Format
```
@-Mention Validation Report
===========================
✓ Valid Mentions: 42
✗ Broken Mentions: 3
Broken Mentions:
src/auth/login.ts:5
@.aiwg/requirements/UC-999.md → NOT FOUND
.aiwg/architecture/sad.md:23
@.aiwg/requirements/NFR-PERF-005.md → NOT FOUND
test/integration/api.test.ts:12
@$AIWG_ROOT/src/services/api-old.ts → NOT FOUND (deleted?)
Summary: 3 broken mentions in 3 files
```
## Exit Codes
| Code | Meaning |
|------|---------|
| 0 | All mentions valid |
| 1 | Broken mentions found (with --strict) |
## CLI Equivalent
```bash
aiwg validate-mentions [--target <dir>] [--strict]
```
## Related Commands
- `/mention-wire` - Add @-mentions
- `/mention-lint` - Lint @-mention style
- `/mention-report` - Generate traceability report
Validate @-mentions for: $ARGUMENTS
## References
- @$AIWG_ROOT/agentic/code/addons/aiwg-utils/README.md — aiwg-utils addon overview
- @$AIWG_ROOT/docs/cli-reference.md — CLI reference for validate-mentions command
- @$AIWG_ROOT/agentic/code/addons/aiwg-utils/rules/research-before-decision.md — Verify before reporting validity
- @$AIWG_ROOT/agentic/code/frameworks/sdlc-complete/README.md — SDLC artifact paths validated by this skillRelated Skills
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