Codex CLI Integration FAQs

Question 1

What does the /codex second-opinion command do?

Accepted Answer

It reruns your last prompt through the Codex CLI and presents a comparison between Claude's answer and Codex's output, highlighting key differences to help you validate complex logic.

Question 2

Does this skill require the Codex CLI to be installed?

Accepted Answer

Yes, this skill acts as an orchestrator for the OpenAI Codex CLI. You must have the CLI installed and configured on your local machine for the commands to function.

Question 3

How does the skill handle project-specific style guides?

Accepted Answer

For review and preset commands, it automatically extracts context from your project's CLAUDE.md file to ensure Codex follows your local architecture, database conventions, and naming rules.

Question 4

How do I run a security check on my current changes?

Accepted Answer

Simply type '/codex security' to trigger a specialized review focused on injection, authentication bypass, data exposure, and other OWASP Top 10 vulnerabilities.

Question 5

Can I control the depth of the AI's reasoning?

Accepted Answer

Yes, you can specify effort levels such as 'low', 'medium', 'high', or 'xhigh' using the --effort flag or inline keywords to balance between execution speed and analytical depth.

Codex CLI Integration

Key Features

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Codex CLI Integration

Key Features

Use Cases