pattern-finder

name	pattern-finder
description	Find implementation examples and design patterns in the codebase. Use when user asks "how to implement X", "how does this project do X", "show me examples of X", "where is X implemented", or needs to follow existing code conventions.

Pattern Finder

When to Use

Trigger this skill when the user:

• Asks how to implement a specific feature
• Wants to see existing implementation examples
• Needs to follow project conventions
• Asks "how does this project do X"
• Asks "show me examples of X"

Instructions

1. Identify what pattern the user is looking for
2. Run /sourceatlas:pattern "<pattern>" with the relevant pattern name
3. Returns best example files with line numbers and implementation guide

Common Patterns

• API endpoints: /sourceatlas:pattern "api endpoint"
• Authentication: /sourceatlas:pattern "authentication"
• Database queries: /sourceatlas:pattern "database query"
• Background jobs: /sourceatlas:pattern "background job"
• File uploads: /sourceatlas:pattern "file upload"
• Error handling: /sourceatlas:pattern "error handling"
• Validation: /sourceatlas:pattern "validation"
• Testing: /sourceatlas:pattern "unit test"

What User Gets

• Best example files with exact line numbers
• Standard implementation flow
• Key conventions to follow
• Common pitfalls to avoid
• Testing patterns

Example Triggers

• "How do I add a new API endpoint?"
• "Show me how authentication works here"
• "Where can I find examples of database queries?"
• "How does this project handle errors?"