mcp:setup-codemap-cli▌
neolabhq/context-engineering-kit · updated Apr 8, 2026
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Guide for setup Codemap CLI
1. Determine setup context
Ask the user where they want to store the configuration:
Options:
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Project level (shared via git) - Configuration tracked in version control, shared with team
- CLAUDE.md updates go to:
./CLAUDE.md - Hook settings go to:
./.claude/settings.json
- CLAUDE.md updates go to:
-
Project level (personal preferences) - Configuration stays local, not tracked in git
- CLAUDE.md updates go to:
./CLAUDE.local.md - Hook settings go to:
./.claude/settings.local.json - Verify these files are listed in
.gitignore, add them if not
- CLAUDE.md updates go to:
-
User level (global) - Configuration applies to all projects for this user
- CLAUDE.md updates go to:
~/.claude/CLAUDE.md - Hook settings go to:
~/.claude/settings.json
- CLAUDE.md updates go to:
Store the user's choice and use the appropriate paths in subsequent steps.
2. Check if Codemap is already installed
Check whether codemap is installed by running codemap -help.
If not installed, proceed with setup.
3. Load Codemap documentation
Read the following documentation to understand Codemap's capabilities:
- Load https://raw.githubusercontent.com/JordanCoin/codemap/refs/heads/main/README.md to understand what Codemap is and its capabilities
4. Guide user through installation
macOS/Linux (Homebrew)
brew tap JordanCoin/tap && brew install codemap
Windows (Scoop)
scoop bucket add codemap https://github.com/JordanCoin/scoop-codemap
scoop install codemap
5. Verify installation
After installation, verify codemap works:
codemap .
6. Update CLAUDE.md file
Use the path determined in step 1. Once Codemap is successfully installed, update the appropriate CLAUDE.md file with the following content:
## Use Codemap CLI for Codebase Navigation
Codemap CLI is available for intelligent codebase visualization and navigation.
**Required Usage** - You MUST use `codemap --diff --ref master` to research changes different from default branch, and `git diff` + `git status` to research current working state.
### Quick Start
```bash
codemap . # Project tree
codemap --only swift . # Just Swift files
codemap --exclude .xcassets,Fonts,.png . # Hide assets
codemap --depth 2 . # Limit depth
codemap --diff # What changed vs main
codemap --deps . # Dependency flow
Options
| Flag | Description |
|---|---|
--depth, -d <n> |
Limit tree depth (0 = unlimited) |
--only <exts> |
Only show files with these extensions |
--exclude <patterns> |
Exclude files matching patterns |
--diff |
Show files changed vs main branch |
--ref <branch> |
Branch to compare against (with --diff) |
--deps |
Dependency flow mode |
--importers <file> |
Check who imports a file |
--skyline |
City skyline visualization |
--json |
Output JSON |
Smart pattern matching - no quotes needed:
.png- any.pngfileFonts- any/Fonts/directory*Test*- glob pattern
Diff Mode
See what you're working on:
codemap --diff
codemap --diff --ref develop
if the default branch is not `main`, but instead `master` (or something else) update content accordingly:
- use `codemap --diff --ref master` instead of regular `codemap --diff`
## 7. Update .gitignore file
Update .gitignore file to include `.codemap/` directory:
```text
.codemap/
8. Test Codemap
Run a quick test to verify everything works:
codemap .
codemap --diff
9. Add hooks to settings file
-
Use the settings path determined in step 1. Create the settings file if it doesn't exist and add the following content:
{ "hooks": { "session-start": "codemap hook session-start && echo 'git diff:' && git diff --stat && echo 'git status:' && git status" } }if default branch is not
main, but insteadmaster(or something else) update content accordingly:- use
codemap hook session-start --ref=masterinstead of regularcodemap hook session-start - For rest of commands also add
--ref=masterflag.
- use
-
Ask user whether he want to add any other hooks and provide list of options with descriptions. Add hooks that he asks for.
Available Hooks
| Command | Trigger | Description |
|---|---|---|
codemap hook session-start |
SessionStart | Full tree, hubs, branch diff, last session context |
codemap hook pre-edit |
PreToolUse (Edit|Write) | Who imports file + what hubs it imports |
codemap hook post-edit |
PostToolUse (Edit|Write) | Impact of changes (same as pre-edit) |
codemap hook prompt-submit |
UserPromptSubmit | Hub context for mentioned files + session progress |
codemap hook pre-compact |
PreCompact | Saves hub state to .codemap/hubs.txt |
codemap hook session-stop |
SessionEnd | Edit timeline with line counts and stats |
Example of file with full hooks configuration
{
"hooks": {
"SessionStart": [
{
"hooks": [
{
"type": "command",
"command": "codemap hook session-start"
}
]
}
],
"PreToolUse": [
{
"matcher": "Edit|Write",
"hooks": [
{
"type": "command",
"command": "codemap hook pre-edit"
}
]
}
],
"PostToolUse": [
{
"matcher": "Edit|Write",
"hooks": [
{
"type": "command",
"command": "codemap hook post-edit"
}
]
}
],
"UserPromptSubmit": [
{
"hooks": [
{
"type": "command",
"command": "codemap hook prompt-submit"
}
]
}
],
"PreCompact": [
{
"hooks": [
{
"type": "command",
"command": "codemap hook pre-compact"
}
]
}
],
"SessionEnd": [
{
"hooks": [
{
"type": "command",
"command": "codemap hook session-stop"
}
]
}
]
}
}
How to use mcp:setup-codemap-cli on Cursor
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Prerequisites
Before installing skills in Cursor, ensure your development environment meets these requirements:
- ›Cursor installed and configured on your development machine
- ›Node.js version 16.0+ with npm package manager (verify with
node --version) - ›Active project directory or workspace where you want to add mcp:setup-codemap-cli
Execute installation command
Execute the skills CLI command in your project's root directory to begin installation:
The skills CLI fetches mcp:setup-codemap-cli from GitHub repository neolabhq/context-engineering-kit and configures it for Cursor.
Select Cursor when prompted
The CLI will show a list of available agents. Use arrow keys to navigate and space to select Cursor:
Verify installation
Confirm successful installation by checking the skill directory location:
Reload or restart Cursor to activate mcp:setup-codemap-cli. Access the skill through slash commands (e.g., /mcp:setup-codemap-cli) or your agent's skill management interface.
Security & Verification Notice
We perform automated surface-level scans (Gen AI Scanner, Socket, Snyk) during installation. These checks detect common vulnerabilities but do not guarantee complete security. Always review skill source code and verify the publisher's reputation before production use.
Skills execute code in your development environment. Always verify the publisher's identity, review recent commits, and test in isolated environments before production deployment.
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Use Cases▌
User Story & Requirements Generation
Create detailed user stories, acceptance criteria, and feature specs
Example
Generate user stories for 'password reset feature' with acceptance criteria, edge cases, and test scenarios
Reduce spec writing time by 50%, ensure comprehensive coverage
Competitive Analysis
Research competitors, compare features, identify gaps
Example
Analyze 5 competitor products, create feature comparison matrix, suggest differentiation opportunities
Complete competitive research in 2 hours instead of 2 days
Roadmap Prioritization
Evaluate features using frameworks (RICE, ICE, Kano) and create prioritized backlogs
Example
Score 20 feature ideas using RICE framework, generate prioritized roadmap with rationale
Make data-driven prioritization decisions faster
Stakeholder Communication
Draft PRDs, status updates, and stakeholder presentations
Example
Create executive summary of Q3 roadmap, monthly progress report, feature launch announcement
Save 3-5 hours/week on communication overhead
Implementation Guide▌
Prerequisites
- ›Claude Desktop or compatible AI client
- ›Access to product documentation and roadmap tools (Jira, Notion, etc.)
- ›Understanding of product management frameworks (RICE, Jobs-to-be-Done, etc.)
- ›Stakeholder contact information and communication channels
Time Estimate
30-60 minutes to see productivity improvements
Installation Steps
- 1.Install product management skill
- 2.Start with user story generation for known feature
- 3.Progress to competitive analysis: research 2-3 competitors
- 4.Use for roadmap prioritization: apply RICE/ICE scoring
- 5.Draft stakeholder communications and refine based on feedback
- 6.Build template library for recurring PM tasks
- 7.Share effective prompts with product team
Common Pitfalls
- ⚠Not validating competitive research—verify facts before sharing
- ⚠Accepting user stories without involving engineering team
- ⚠Over-relying on frameworks without qualitative judgment
- ⚠Not customizing outputs to company culture and communication style
- ⚠Skipping stakeholder validation of generated requirements
Best Practices▌
✓ Do
- +Validate research and competitive analysis with real data
- +Collaborate with engineering when generating technical requirements
- +Customize frameworks and templates to your company context
- +Use skill for first drafts, refine with stakeholder input
- +Document successful prompt patterns for PM tasks
- +Combine AI efficiency with human judgment and intuition
✗ Don't
- −Don't publish competitive analysis without fact-checking
- −Don't finalize user stories without engineering review
- −Don't make prioritization decisions solely on AI scoring
- −Don't skip customer validation of generated requirements
- −Don't ignore company-specific context and culture
💡 Pro Tips
- ★Provide context: company goals, constraints, customer feedback
- ★Ask for alternatives: 'Show 3 ways to prioritize this roadmap'
- ★Request stakeholder-specific formatting: 'Executive summary vs. engineering spec'
- ★Use skill for 70% generation + 30% customization to company needs
When to Use This▌
✓ Use When
Use for user story writing, competitive research, roadmap prioritization, stakeholder communication, and PRD drafting. Best for reducing repetitive documentation and research work.
✗ Avoid When
Avoid for strategic product vision (requires deep customer empathy), pricing decisions (needs market and financial expertise), or when face-to-face customer discovery is more valuable than speed.
Learning Path▌
- 1Basic: user stories, feature specs, status updates
- 2Intermediate: competitive analysis, prioritization frameworks, PRDs
- 3Advanced: product strategy, go-to-market planning, OKR setting
- 4Expert: product vision, market positioning, business model innovation
Discussion
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Ratings
4.6★★★★★61 reviews- ★★★★★Carlos Haddad· Dec 20, 2024
mcp:setup-codemap-cli fits our agent workflows well — practical, well scoped, and easy to wire into existing repos.
- ★★★★★Aditi Kim· Dec 20, 2024
I recommend mcp:setup-codemap-cli for anyone iterating fast on agent tooling; clear intent and a small, reviewable surface area.
- ★★★★★Kaira Dixit· Dec 20, 2024
mcp:setup-codemap-cli reduced setup friction for our internal harness; good balance of opinion and flexibility.
- ★★★★★Nia Sharma· Dec 20, 2024
Useful defaults in mcp:setup-codemap-cli — fewer surprises than typical one-off scripts, and it plays nicely with `npx skills` flows.
- ★★★★★Advait Harris· Dec 16, 2024
Keeps context tight: mcp:setup-codemap-cli is the kind of skill you can hand to a new teammate without a long onboarding doc.
- ★★★★★Sakura Sharma· Dec 16, 2024
mcp:setup-codemap-cli is among the better-maintained entries we tried; worth keeping pinned for repeat workflows.
- ★★★★★Isabella Smith· Nov 27, 2024
Keeps context tight: mcp:setup-codemap-cli is the kind of skill you can hand to a new teammate without a long onboarding doc.
- ★★★★★Advait Singh· Nov 11, 2024
mcp:setup-codemap-cli is among the better-maintained entries we tried; worth keeping pinned for repeat workflows.
- ★★★★★Soo Choi· Nov 11, 2024
Registry listing for mcp:setup-codemap-cli matched our evaluation — installs cleanly and behaves as described in the markdown.
- ★★★★★Aditi Mehta· Nov 11, 2024
We added mcp:setup-codemap-cli from the explainx registry; install was straightforward and the SKILL.md answered most questions upfront.
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