It enforces the project's hard constraints throughout: files under 100 lines (split at 90), interfaces kept out of component files, SOLID principles, and a mandatory sniper pass after every Edit/Write (blocked by PostToolUse hooks until it runs). Three modes control how much is automatic: --auto (default, no prompts), --manual (step-by-step confirmation), and --skip-elicit (bypasses the self-review phase).

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APEX Methodology Skill

Analyze → Plan → Execute → eLicit → eXamine

Complete development workflow for features, fixes, and refactoring.

Step 0: Initialize Tracking (MANDATORY FIRST ACTION)

BEFORE anything else, initialize APEX tracking — see references/init-tracking.md for the exact command.