Initial local service review

VerifiedSafe

Perform an initial local review of service changes by comparing the current branch with master. Analyze changed files for regressions, incompatible API changes, missing tests, security issues, and performance problems. Output a structured review covering critical issues, risks, quality notes, missing tests, and clarifying questions.

Sby Skills Guide Bot
DevelopmentIntermediate
706/2/2026
Claude Code
#code-review#branch-comparison#regression-detection#service-review

Recommended for

Our review

Performs an initial local review of service changes by comparing the current branch with master.

Strengths

  • Detects potential regressions and bugs in the changes.
  • Identifies incompatible API/contract modifications.
  • Checks for missing or weak tests.
  • Highlights security, configuration, and performance issues.

Limitations

  • Only reviews changes between branches, not the entire codebase.
  • May require clarifications if the service context is unclear.
  • Does not replace a thorough human review.
When to use it

When preparing a pull request to get quick initial feedback on service changes.

When not to use it

For a comprehensive analysis of existing code or production services.

Security analysis

Safe
Quality score80/100

The skill only instructs an AI agent to perform a code review by comparing branches, with no declared execution tools or dangerous commands. It does not involve running code, accessing secrets, or any destructive actions.

No concerns found

Examples

Branch comparison review
Compare the current branch to master and perform an initial local review of the changes in services. List critical issues, risks, quality notes, missing tests, and any questions.
Review with focus on API compatibility
Review the changes in this branch compared to master, paying special attention to API contract changes and potential incompatibilities. Also note any missing tests for new endpoints.

Instructions for the AI agent: initial local review of services

Goal: perform an initial local review of changes in services by comparing the current branch with master.

What to do

  • Compare the current branch with the base: list the changed files and their key changes.
  • Review only the changes between branches, not the entire codebase.
  • Pay attention to:
    • potential regressions and bugs;
    • incompatible changes to APIs/contracts;
    • missing or weak tests;
    • security, configuration, secrets;
    • performance and error handling issues.
  • If the service context is unclear, note assumptions and ask for clarification.

Output format

  1. Critical issues (if any).
  2. Risks/possible regressions.
  3. Quality/maintainability notes.
  4. Missing tests.
  5. Questions and assumptions.
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