Best Skills for Roo Code in 2026
Roo Code supports SKILL.md skills. These are the most installed skills that work in Roo Code out of the box. Code review, git, testing, and documentation.
Roo Code supports SKILL.md skills. These are the most installed skills that work in Roo Code out of the box. Code review, git, testing, and documentation.
Quick Answer: The best skills for Roo Code include code-reviewer (764 installs), git-commit-writer (232 installs), readme-generator (117 installs), and env-doctor (86 installs). All are free on Agensi and use the SKILL.md format, which Roo Code supports natively.
Roo Code is a VS Code extension that acts as an AI coding agent. It evolved from the Cline extension and maintains a strong community. Roo Code supports SKILL.md skills, which means every skill built for Claude Code, Cursor, or OpenClaw works in Roo Code without modification.
Code review
Code review is the highest-impact use case for skills in any agent. Without a skill, Roo Code gives generic feedback. With a review skill, it checks for the specific issues your codebase cares about.
code-reviewer (764 installs) is the most installed skill on Agensi. It reviews code for bugs, security vulnerabilities, logic errors, performance issues, and style violations. Findings organized by severity. Free.
java-best-practice-checker (22 installs) audits Java code for performance leaks, threading risks, and modernization gaps across Java SE 8 through 24. Free.
security-audit focuses on OWASP Top 10 vulnerabilities, hardcoded secrets, and authentication flaws. Free.
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Git and version control
git-commit-writer (232 installs) writes conventional commit messages from staged changes. Detects commit type, scope, and breaking changes automatically. Free.
pr-description-writer (85 installs) generates pull request descriptions from your branch diff. Covers what changed, why, how, and what to test. Free.
changelog-generator (41 installs) transforms commit messages into user-facing release notes. Free.
Testing and QA
Skills that teach Roo Code your testing patterns produce better tests than generic generation. The best testing skills auto-detect your test framework from package.json and match the style of your existing tests.
Browse all testing and QA skills on Agensi.
Documentation
readme-generator (117 installs) scans your project to generate a complete README.md. Free.
skill-polisher (13 installs) transforms raw documentation into readable markdown. Not just for skills. Works on any technical docs. Free.
Debugging and productivity
env-doctor (86 installs) diagnoses startup issues. Checks runtime versions, dependencies, environment variables, databases, ports, and build artifacts. Free.
truth-first (11 installs) forces evidence-first verification before making changes. Reduces hallucinations. Free.
codex-grade-coding (37 installs) enforces strict task classification and verification-driven protocols. Free.
How to install skills in Roo Code
Place skills in the skills directory that Roo Code reads. The exact path depends on your Roo Code configuration. The SKILL.md file should be in its own folder:
your-project/
├── .roo/
│ └── skills/
│ └── code-reviewer/
│ └── SKILL.md
Roo Code loads skills at session startup.
For a full walkthrough of skill installation across all agents, read How to Install Skills in Claude Code.
Browse all skills on Agensi.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Roo Code support SKILL.md skills?
Yes. Roo Code supports the SKILL.md format. Every skill built for Claude Code, Cursor, OpenClaw, or any other SKILL.md-compatible agent works in Roo Code.
What is the best skill for Roo Code?
code-reviewer is the most installed skill on Agensi with 764 installs. It is the highest-impact addition for most developers regardless of which agent they use.
Are the skills free?
Most of the top skills on Agensi are free. Some premium skills cost between $5 and $20 as a one-time purchase.
What happened to Cline?
Roo Code evolved from the Cline extension. The Cline project was discontinued in 2026. Roo Code continues the codebase with SKILL.md support and an active community.
Can I use the same skills in Roo Code and Claude Code?
Yes. SKILL.md is an open standard. Skills are portable across all compatible agents. No modification needed.
How many skills are available on Agensi?
Agensi has over 2,000 skills as of July 2026, covering code review, testing, git automation, documentation, frontend, DevOps, and more.