This skill should be used when the user is writing generic PHP, creating a Composer package, working with PSR-4/PSR-12, running PHPStan/PHPCS, handling PHP security, or building framework-agnostic PHP logic. Foundation skill for PHP development. DEPENDENT on govard-toolbox for environment commands.
Use when receiving code review feedback, before implementing suggestions, especially if feedback seems unclear or technically questionable - requires technical rigor and verification, not performative agreement or blind implementation.
Use this skill when reviewing code isolated in a Git worktree outside a Govard-managed project directory (for example Maestro merge-request review trees under /tmp), when "govard tool" cannot find the project configuration, or when asked to run Govard-managed commands against a detached review tree.
Use when starting feature work that needs isolation from current workspace or before executing implementation plans - ensures an isolated workspace exists via native tools or git worktree fallback.
Use when starting any conversation - establishes how to find and use skills, requiring skill invocation before ANY response including clarifying questions.
Use when about to claim work is complete, fixed, or passing, before committing or creating PRs - requires running verification commands and confirming output before making any success claims; evidence before assertions always.