code_tools
Use when searching code by structure or meaning, analyzing code patterns, finding class or function definitions, or exploring codebase architecture.
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2Install
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This skill enables code searches by structure, semantics, or text, identifies patterns, and locates definitions or architectural elements. It addresses the challenge of efficiently navigating and understanding codebases without manual effort. Developers or agents use it when seeking specific code components, analyzing logic, or exploring system design.
Code Tools Skill
You have loaded the Code Tools Skill - The unified entry point for all code operations.
Primary Command
code_search - Unified Search Interface
This is the ONLY search tool you should use.
# Structure search (finds class/function definitions)
code_search("class User")
code_search("def authenticate")
# Semantic search (finds conceptually related code)
code_search("how does authentication work")
code_search("user validation logic")
# Text search (finds exact matches)
code_search("TODO: fix")
code_search("FIXME: memory leak")Returns XML-formatted results optimized for LLM consumption.
Search Strategy Selection
The tool automatically selects the best strategy:
| Query Type | Strategy | Example |
|---|---|---|
class Foo |
AST | Structural definition search |
def foo() |
AST | Function signature search |
| Questions | Vector | Semantic/conceptual search |
TODO, FIXME |
Grep | Exact text match |
Workflow
1. SEARCH
code_search("...") # Unified entry point
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2. INTERPRET XML RESULTS
- <item> for focused results
- <search_interaction> for refinement suggestions
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3. REFINE (if needed)
code_search("class ClassName") # More specific
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4. READ FILE (for implementation details)
read_file("path/to/file.py")Best Practices
- Always use
code_searchfor all code discovery tasks - Be specific:
code_search("class UserAuth")>code_search("auth") - Check XML guidance: If results are too broad, the XML will suggest refinements
- Read files for details: Use
read_fileafter finding the right file
Search Engines
| Engine | Use Case | Examples |
|---|---|---|
| AST | Class/function definitions | class Foo, def bar |
| Vector | Conceptual queries | "how does auth work" |
| Grep | Exact text | TODO, "error message" |
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Install
npx skillscat add tao3k/omni-dev-fusion/code-tools Install via the SkillsCat registry.