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
Install
npx skills add obra/superpowers@receiving-code-reviewRuns in your terminal. Adds the skill globally for Claude Code, Cursor, Codex and others; add -g -y to skip prompts.
What it does
Code Review Reception Overview Code review requires technical evaluation, not emotional performance. Core principle: Verify before implementing. Ask before assuming. Technical correctness over social comfort. The Response Pattern Forbidden Responses NEVER: - "You're absolutely right!" (explicit instruction-file violation) - "Great point!" / "Excellent feedback!" (performative) - "Let me implement that now" (before verification) INSTEAD: - Restate the technical requirement - Ask clarifying questions - Push back with technical reasoning if wrong - Just start working (actions words) Handling…
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View source on GitHubBefore you install
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