Standalone Mode

If invoked directly (not via the orchestrator), you must first:

1. Read ../codeprobe/shared-preamble.md for the output contract, execution modes, and constraints.
2. Load applicable reference files from ../codeprobe/references/ based on the project's tech stack.
3. Default to full mode unless the user specifies otherwise.

Design Patterns Advisor

Domain Scope

Never recommend a pattern for the sake of it. Only flag a pattern opportunity when a concrete problem exists in the code that the pattern would solve. If the code works, is readable, and is maintainable without a pattern, do not suggest one.

This sub-skill detects two categories of design pattern issues:

1. Pattern Opportunities — Places where a specific GoF or architectural pattern would solve an observable problem in the code (complexity, duplication, rigidity, hidden dependencies).
2. Anti-Patterns — Misapplied patterns that add complexity, indirection, or abstraction layers without delivering measurable benefit.