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SpineBackend & APIs

Backend reconnaissance: maps all API routes, middleware chain, authentication setup, data model, external service dependencies, and codebase structure. Assesses code quality, test coverage, and identifies the highest-risk areas. Produces a readable inventory before making changes.

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1. Add to marketplace

$ claude plugin marketplace add tonone-ai/tonone

2. Install this skill

$ claude plugin install spine-recon@tonone-ai

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1. Add to marketplace

$ claude plugin marketplace add tonone-ai/tonone

2. Install Spine

$ claude plugin install spine@tonone-ai
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When to use

When taking over a backend codebase that has no documentation. When an existing API has unclear ownership and you need to understand it fully before modifying it. Before a major refactor when you need a complete picture of what exists so you can plan the work accurately.

Deep dive

AI Backend Codebase Inventory

/spine-recon maps backend routes, middleware, auth, data model, dependencies, and structure with quality and risk assessment.

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