Context Map
Produce a pre-implementation map of files, dependencies, tests, patterns, and risks before the agent edits the repo.
Install
npx skills add https://github.com/github/awesome-copilot --skill context-mapWhat is this skill?
- Searches the codebase for task-related files before any implementation
- Tables for files to modify, import/export dependencies, and matching tests
- Surfaces reference patterns from similar existing code to follow
- Risk checklist: public API breaks, migrations, configuration changes
- Explicit gate: do not implement until the context map is reviewed
Adoption & trust: 9.1k installs on skills.sh; 34.6k GitHub stars; 3/3 security scanners passed (skills.sh audits); trending (+100% hot-view momentum).
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Journey fit
Primary fit
Context mapping is the planning shelf in Build—where you scope touch points before frontend, backend, or integration work begins. PM-style subphase fits task breakdown and change impact analysis without writing production code yet.
Common Questions / FAQ
Is Context Map safe to install?
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SKILL.md
READMESKILL.md - Context Map
# Context Map Before implementing any changes, analyze the codebase and create a context map. ## Task {{task_description}} ## Instructions 1. Search the codebase for files related to this task 2. Identify direct dependencies (imports/exports) 3. Find related tests 4. Look for similar patterns in existing code ## Output Format ```markdown ## Context Map ### Files to Modify | File | Purpose | Changes Needed | |------|---------|----------------| | path/to/file | description | what changes | ### Dependencies (may need updates) | File | Relationship | |------|--------------| | path/to/dep | imports X from modified file | ### Test Files | Test | Coverage | |------|----------| | path/to/test | tests affected functionality | ### Reference Patterns | File | Pattern | |------|---------| | path/to/similar | example to follow | ### Risk Assessment - [ ] Breaking changes to public API - [ ] Database migrations needed - [ ] Configuration changes required ``` Do not proceed with implementation until this map is reviewed.