Explain Code for Beginners

Provide a structured, beginner-friendly explanation. Target: $ARGUMENTS

Instructions

1. Read the primary skill:

   • ${CLAUDE_PLUGIN_ROOT}/skills/codemap-explain/SKILL.md — 4-layer explanation model

2. Parse $ARGUMENTS to determine scope:

   • If it's a file path → pass the file path to the agent
   • If it's a directory → pass the directory path to the agent
   • If it's a symbol (function/class name) → pass the symbol name to the agent
   • If no argument → ask user what to explain

3. Launch the architect-explainer agent with a prompt describing the target and any additional context from the user's message.

The agent applies the 4-layer model (Context → Data Flow → Details → Pitfalls), adjusts depth by scope, and generates mini-diagrams when 3+ components interact.