Can I use this for large feature implementations?

No, this skill is specifically designed for minimal surgical fixes. For larger features, you should use a broader implementation or specification workflow.

Does it modify my source code directly?

No, it generates a structured markdown plan file in the 'specs/patch/' directory. This plan is then reviewed and executed by an implementation command.

What is the main goal of the Patch skill?

Its primary purpose is to create the smallest possible plan to fix a specific issue, intentionally avoiding scope creep or unnecessary refactoring to keep the codebase clean.

How does this skill fit into the Claude Code workflow?

It typically follows a /review command to address specific issues found, and precedes the /implement command which executes the generated markdown plan.

Why is the 10-line limit recommended?

Keeping patches between 1-10 lines minimizes risk and ensures that the fix is as targeted as possible, which is the core philosophy of surgical patching.

Surgical Patch Planner

Name: Surgical Patch Planner
Author: melodic-software

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Productivity & Workflow

Generates precise, minimal-scope patch plans for targeted bug fixes and minor code updates.

The Surgical Patch Planner is a specialized utility designed for high-precision software maintenance, enabling developers to create focused intervention plans for specific issues without risk of scope creep. By prioritizing 'surgical' fixes—ideally involving 1 to 10 lines of code—the skill helps maintain code stability by avoiding unnecessary refactoring or unrelated documentation updates. It automatically analyzes the current repository state, incorporates original specification context, and outputs a structured markdown plan featuring step-by-step implementation instructions and validation commands to ensure a successful resolution.

Key Features

01Generates structured implementation steps with validation commands

02Creates minimal, surgical patch plans for targeted fixes

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04Incorporates original specification context for higher accuracy

05Analyzes current state using git diff and grep integration

06Provides risk assessment based on estimated lines of code changed

Use Cases

01Applying a high-priority hotfix with minimal impact on the broader codebase

02Creating a targeted plan to resolve a single failing unit test

03Fixing a specific UI regression identified during a code review

What are Skills?·How to Install

Install with 🐟 Skill.Fish

npx skillfish add melodic-software/claude-code-plugins patch

For use in Claude.ai and ChatGPT

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