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receiving-code-review

Use when receiving code review feedback, before implementing suggestions, especially if feedback seems unclear or technically questionable - requires technical rigor and verification, not performative agreement or blind implementation

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About receiving-code-review

The 'receiving-code-review' skill facilitates a structured approach to handling code review feedback, emphasizing the importance of technical evaluation over emotional responses. It addresses the common challenges developers face when interpreting feedback that may be unclear or technically questionable, providing a methodology to verify suggestions before implementation. This skill is designed to enhance the quality of code reviews by ensuring that developers take a rigorous stance towards understanding and implementing changes based on feedback rather than simply agreeing for social comfort.

FAQ

How should I respond to unclear feedback?

You should stop and ask for clarification on unclear items before proceeding with implementation.

What should I do if I disagree with a reviewer's suggestion?

You can push back by using technical reasoning and referencing the existing code, ensuring to involve your human partner if necessary.

Are there any specific guidelines for implementing feedback?

Yes, implement feedback in a specific order: clarify unclear items first, then address blocking issues, simple fixes, and complex fixes, testing each fix individually.

Install receiving-code-review

Download and extract the skill files to your .claude/skills/ directory.

Quick Setup:

  1. Copy the skill folder to .claude/skills/
  2. Claude will automatically detect and use the skill