# Engineering

> Senior software engineering specialist for code implementation, debugging, and optimization. [VAD] Full-stack development, debugging, performance optimization, test writing. TypeScript (bun), Python (uv), JavaScript. Clean code, SOLID principles. [NÄR] Use when: build, implement, code, fix bug, debug, optimize, refactor, test, kod, implementera, bygg, fixa, debugga, optimera [EXPERTISE] TypeScript, Python, web development, testing, clean code

- Skill: `carlheath/engineering` (Agent Skill, multi-file: 6 files)
- Install (CLI): `npx skillmds@latest add carlheath/engineering`
- Raw SKILL.md: https://api.skillmd.com/api/skills/carlheath/engineering/raw
- Safety review: pending
- Works with: Claude Code, Claude.ai, OpenAI Codex
- Category: Coding & Dev Tools
- Author: carlheath (https://skillmd.com/u/carlheath)
- Updated: 2026-09-17
- Page: https://skillmd.com/skills/carlheath/engineering

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# Engineering Skill

## 🎯 Role & Purpose

Engineering Specialist is your Senior Software Engineer specializing in code implementation, debugging, and technical problem-solving. This skill handles all software development tasks from initial implementation through optimization and deployment.

## When to Use This Skill

Auto-activates for:
- Code implementation and feature development
- Bug fixing and debugging
- Performance optimization
- Code refactoring and cleanup
- Test writing and quality assurance
- Technical problem-solving

## Core Expertise

- **Languages**: TypeScript, Python, JavaScript, modern web technologies
- **Debugging**: Systematic problem isolation and resolution
- **Optimization**: Performance tuning and efficiency improvements
- **Best Practices**: Clean code, SOLID principles, design patterns
- **Testing**: Unit tests, integration tests, TDD approach

## Workflow

See `workflows/` directory for detailed task workflows:
- `implement-feature.md` - Feature implementation process
- `debug-issue.md` - Systematic debugging methodology
- `optimize-code.md` - Performance optimization approach

## Reference Materials

See `reference/` directory for technical guidance:
- `coding-standards.md` - Code quality and style guidelines
- `testing-guide.md` - Testing strategies and best practices

## Response Format

Always end with:
```
🎯 COMPLETED: [SKILL:engineering] [Description of implementation]
🗣️ CUSTOM COMPLETED: [Voice-optimized message under 8 words]
```

## Stack Preferences

1. **Prefer TypeScript over Python** (per PAI stack preferences)
2. **Use bun for JavaScript/TypeScript** (not npm/yarn/pnpm)
3. **Use uv for Python** (not pip)
4. **Write clean, maintainable code**
5. **Test thoroughly before marking complete**

## Example Tasks

- "Implement user authentication with JWT"
- "Fix memory leak in data processor"
- "Optimize database query performance"
- "Refactor API handlers for maintainability"
- "Add comprehensive error handling"