code-review
Automated code review for pull requests using specialized review patterns. Analyzes code for quality, security, performance, and best practices. Use when reviewing code changes, PRs, or doing code audits.
Best use case
code-review is best used when you need a repeatable AI agent workflow instead of a one-off prompt.
Automated code review for pull requests using specialized review patterns. Analyzes code for quality, security, performance, and best practices. Use when reviewing code changes, PRs, or doing code audits.
Teams using code-review 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/code-review/SKILL.mdinside your project - Restart your AI agent — it will auto-discover the skill
How code-review Compares
| Feature / Agent | code-review | Standard Approach |
|---|---|---|
| Platform Support | Not specified | Limited / Varies |
| Context Awareness | High | Baseline |
| Installation Complexity | Unknown | N/A |
Frequently Asked Questions
What does this skill do?
Automated code review for pull requests using specialized review patterns. Analyzes code for quality, security, performance, and best practices. Use when reviewing code changes, PRs, or doing code audits.
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
# Code Review
## Review Categories
### 1. Security Review
Check for:
- SQL injection vulnerabilities
- XSS (Cross-Site Scripting)
- Command injection
- Insecure deserialization
- Hardcoded secrets/credentials
- Improper authentication/authorization
- Insecure direct object references
### 2. Performance Review
Check for:
- N+1 queries
- Missing database indexes
- Unnecessary re-renders (React)
- Memory leaks
- Blocking operations in async code
- Missing caching opportunities
- Large bundle sizes
### 3. Code Quality Review
Check for:
- Code duplication (DRY violations)
- Functions doing too much (SRP violations)
- Deep nesting / complex conditionals
- Magic numbers/strings
- Poor naming
- Missing error handling
- Incomplete type coverage
### 4. Testing Review
Check for:
- Missing test coverage for new code
- Tests that don't test behavior
- Flaky test patterns
- Missing edge cases
- Mocked external dependencies
## Review Output Format
```markdown
## Code Review Summary
### 🔴 Critical (Must Fix)
- **[File:Line]** [Issue description]
- **Why:** [Explanation]
- **Fix:** [Suggested fix]
### 🟡 Suggestions (Should Consider)
- **[File:Line]** [Issue description]
- **Why:** [Explanation]
- **Fix:** [Suggested fix]
### 🟢 Nits (Optional)
- **[File:Line]** [Minor suggestion]
### ✅ What's Good
- [Positive feedback on good patterns]
```
## Common Patterns to Flag
### Security
```javascript
// BAD: SQL injection
const query = `SELECT * FROM users WHERE id = ${userId}`;
// GOOD: Parameterized query
const query = 'SELECT * FROM users WHERE id = $1';
await db.query(query, [userId]);
```
### Performance
```javascript
// BAD: N+1 query
users.forEach(async user => {
const posts = await getPosts(user.id);
});
// GOOD: Batch query
const userIds = users.map(u => u.id);
const posts = await getPostsForUsers(userIds);
```
### Error Handling
```javascript
// BAD: Swallowing errors
try {
await riskyOperation();
} catch (e) {}
// GOOD: Handle or propagate
try {
await riskyOperation();
} catch (e) {
logger.error('Operation failed', { error: e });
throw new AppError('Operation failed', { cause: e });
}
```
## Review Checklist
- [ ] No hardcoded secrets
- [ ] Input validation present
- [ ] Error handling complete
- [ ] Types/interfaces defined
- [ ] Tests added for new code
- [ ] No obvious performance issues
- [ ] Code is readable and documented
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