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characterization-testing

Guide for characterization testing - capturing current system behavior to enable safe refactoring. Use when working with legacy code, undocumented systems, or code that needs modification but lacks tests. Helps create a safety net before making changes by testing what the code actually does (not what it should do).

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Updated 1/16/2026
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Installation and usage

Guide for characterization testing - capturing current system behavior to enable safe refactoring. Use when working with legacy code, undocumented systems, or code that needs modification but lacks tests. Helps create a safety net before making changes by testing what the code actually does (not what it should do).

Installation
$ install --globalskills.sh
Usage

Once installed, you can use this skill by running the following command in your terminal:

skills use characterization-testing