name: code-generation

description: Minimal, pattern-matching code output. Write the least code that satisfies requirements. Match existing project patterns. Use Write/Edit tools only.

allowed-tools: Read, Write, Edit, Bash, Grep, Glob

Code Generation

Overview

Guides code output to be minimal and pattern-matching. Write the least amount of code that satisfies the requirements while following existing project conventions.

Principles

1. Minimal: Write the least code that makes tests pass
2. Pattern-matching: Follow existing project conventions (check patterns.md)
3. Tool discipline: Use Write/Edit for files, Bash only for runners and linters
4. No gold plating: Do not add features beyond what is required
5. No premature optimization: Optimize only when performance tests demand it

Code Quality Checks

• Follow project naming conventions
• Match existing file structure and organization
• Use established error handling patterns
• Maintain consistent import ordering
• Follow TypeScript strictness (no any, proper narrowing)

When to Use

• During TDD GREEN phase (minimal implementation)
• During TDD REFACTOR phase (pattern alignment)
• When implementing fixes in DEBUG workflow

Agents Used

• component-builder (primary consumer)
• bug-investigator (fix implementation)