🧪 Analyze
Perform initial analysis of a codebase - detect tech stack, directory structure, and completeness. This is Step 1 of the 6-step reverse engineering process that transforms incomplete applications into spec-driven codebases. Automatically detects programming languages, frameworks, architecture patter
npx playbooks add skill jschulte/claude-plugins --skill analyze
About Analyze
Perform initial analysis of a codebase - detect tech stack, directory structure, and completeness. This is Step 1 of the 6-step reverse engineering process that transforms incomplete applications into spec-driven codebases. Automatically detects programming languages, frameworks, architecture patter
The 38-word prompt provides structured testing & qa guidance — covering detailed methodology and consistent output formats. Install it in one command.
Use Cases
- Writing unit, integration, and end-to-end tests
- Setting up test coverage and CI pipelines
- Refactoring legacy code with confidence using tests
- Creating test plans and QA checklists
Example Prompts
System Prompt (38 words)
Perform initial analysis of a codebase - detect tech stack, directory structure, and completeness. This is Step 1 of the 6-step reverse engineering process that transforms incomplete applications into spec-driven codebases. Automatically detects programming languages, frameworks, architecture patter
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Analyze?
Analyze is a free testing & qa skill for AI coding agents. Perform initial analysis of a codebase - detect tech stack, directory structure, and completeness. This is Step 1 of the 6-step reverse engineering process that transforms incomplete applications into spec-driven codebases. Automatically detects programming languages, frameworks, architecture patter. It provides a specialized system prompt that configures your agent with testing & qa expertise.
How do I use Analyze with Claude Code?
Run npx playbooks add skill jschulte/claude-plugins --skill analyze in your terminal to install Analyze into your Claude Code session. It works immediately after installation.
Which AI coding agents work with Analyze?
Analyze is compatible with Claude Code, Cursor, GitHub Copilot, Windsurf, OpenClaw, Cline, and any AI agent that supports custom system prompts or .cursorrules files.
Is Analyze free to use?
Yes, Analyze is completely free and open source. The full source is available on GitHub at https://github.com/jschulte/claude-plugins/tree/main/stackshift/skills/analyze. You only need a subscription to the AI agent you use it with.
