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<mode_creation_workflow>
<overview>
This workflow guides you through creating a new custom mode to be used in the Roo Code Software,
from initial requirements gathering to final implementation.
</overview>
<detailed_steps>
<step number="1">
<title>Gather Requirements</title>
<description>
Understand what the user wants the mode to accomplish
</description>
<actions>
<action>Ask about the mode's primary purpose and use cases</action>
<action>Identify what types of tasks the mode should handle</action>
<action>Determine what tools and file access the mode needs</action>
<action>Clarify any special behaviors or restrictions</action>
</actions>
<example>
<ask_followup_question>
<question>What is the primary purpose of this new mode? What types of tasks should it handle?</question>
<follow_up>
<suggest>A mode for writing and maintaining documentation</suggest>
<suggest>A mode for database schema design and migrations</suggest>
<suggest>A mode for API endpoint development and testing</suggest>
<suggest>A mode for performance optimization and profiling</suggest>
</follow_up>
</ask_followup_question>
</example>
</step>
<step number="2">
<title>Design Mode Configuration</title>
<description>
Create the mode definition with all required fields
</description>
<required_fields>
<field name="slug">
<description>Unique identifier (lowercase, hyphens allowed)</description>
<best_practice>Keep it short and descriptive (e.g., "api-dev", "docs-writer")</best_practice>
</field>
<field name="name">
<description>Display name with optional emoji</description>
<best_practice>Use an emoji that represents the mode's purpose</best_practice>
</field>
<field name="roleDefinition">
<description>Detailed description of the mode's role and expertise</description>
<best_practice>
Start with "You are Roo Code, a [specialist type]..."
List specific areas of expertise
Mention key technologies or methodologies
</best_practice>
</field>
<field name="groups">
<description>Tool groups the mode can access</description>
<options>
<option name="read">File reading and searching tools</option>
<option name="edit">File editing tools (can be restricted by regex)</option>
<option name="command">Command execution tools</option>
<option name="browser">Browser interaction tools</option>
<option name="mcp">MCP server tools</option>
</options>
</field>
</required_fields>
<recommended_fields>
<field name="whenToUse">
<description>Clear description for the Orchestrator</description>
<best_practice>Explain specific scenarios and task types</best_practice>
</field>
</recommended_fields>
<important_note>
Do not include customInstructions in the .roomodes configuration.
All detailed instructions should be placed in XML files within
the .roo/rules-[mode-slug]/ directory instead.
</important_note>
</step>
<step number="3">
<title>Implement File Restrictions</title>
<description>
Configure appropriate file access permissions
</description>
<example>
<comment>Restrict edit access to specific file types</comment>
<code>
groups:
- read
- - edit
- fileRegex: \.(md|txt|rst)$
description: Documentation files only
- command
</code>
</example>
<guidelines>
<guideline>Use regex patterns to limit file editing scope</guideline>
<guideline>Provide clear descriptions for restrictions</guideline>
<guideline>Consider the principle of least privilege</guideline>
</guidelines>
</step>
<step number="4">
<title>Create XML Instruction Files</title>
<description>
Design structured instruction files in .roo/rules-[mode-slug]/
</description>
<file_structure>
<file name="1_workflow.xml">Main workflow and step-by-step processes</file>
<file name="2_best_practices.xml">Guidelines and conventions</file>
<file name="3_common_patterns.xml">Reusable code patterns and examples</file>
<file name="4_tool_usage.xml">Specific tool usage instructions</file>
<file name="5_examples.xml">Complete workflow examples</file>
</file_structure>
<xml_best_practices>
<practice>Use semantic tag names that describe content</practice>
<practice>Nest tags hierarchically for better organization</practice>
<practice>Include code examples in CDATA sections when needed</practice>
<practice>Add comments to explain complex sections</practice>
</xml_best_practices>
</step>
<step number="5">
<title>Test and Refine</title>
<description>
Verify the mode works as intended
</description>
<checklist>
<item>Mode appears in the mode list</item>
<item>File restrictions work correctly</item>
<item>Instructions are clear and actionable</item>
<item>Mode integrates well with Orchestrator</item>
<item>All examples are accurate and helpful</item>
</checklist>
</step>
</detailed_steps>
<quick_reference>
<command>Create mode in .roomodes for project-specific modes</command>
<command>Create mode in global custom_modes.yaml for system-wide modes</command>
<command>Use list_files to verify .roo folder structure</command>
<command>Test file regex patterns with search_files</command>
</quick_reference>
</mode_creation_workflow>

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<xml_structuring_best_practices>
<overview>
XML tags help Claude parse prompts more accurately, leading to higher-quality outputs.
This guide covers best practices for structuring mode instructions using XML.
</overview>
<why_use_xml_tags>
<benefit type="clarity">
Clearly separate different parts of your instructions and ensure well-structured content
</benefit>
<benefit type="accuracy">
Reduce errors caused by Claude misinterpreting parts of your instructions
</benefit>
<benefit type="flexibility">
Easily find, add, remove, or modify parts of instructions without rewriting everything
</benefit>
<benefit type="parseability">
Having Claude use XML tags in its output makes it easier to extract specific parts of responses
</benefit>
</why_use_xml_tags>
<core_principles>
<principle name="consistency">
<description>Use the same tag names throughout your instructions</description>
<example>
Always use <step> for workflow steps, not sometimes <action> or <task>
</example>
</principle>
<principle name="semantic_naming">
<description>Tag names should clearly describe their content</description>
<good_examples>
<tag>detailed_steps</tag>
<tag>error_handling</tag>
<tag>validation_rules</tag>
</good_examples>
<bad_examples>
<tag>stuff</tag>
<tag>misc</tag>
<tag>data1</tag>
</bad_examples>
</principle>
<principle name="hierarchical_nesting">
<description>Nest tags to show relationships and structure</description>
<example>
<workflow>
<phase name="preparation">
<step>Gather requirements</step>
<step>Validate inputs</step>
</phase>
<phase name="execution">
<step>Process data</step>
<step>Generate output</step>
</phase>
</workflow>
</example>
</principle>
</core_principles>
<common_tag_patterns>
<pattern name="workflow_structure">
<usage>For step-by-step processes</usage>
<template><![CDATA[
<workflow>
<overview>High-level description</overview>
<prerequisites>
<prerequisite>Required condition 1</prerequisite>
<prerequisite>Required condition 2</prerequisite>
</prerequisites>
<steps>
<step number="1">
<title>Step Title</title>
<description>What this step accomplishes</description>
<actions>
<action>Specific action to take</action>
</actions>
<validation>How to verify success</validation>
</step>
</steps>
</workflow>
]]></template>
</pattern>
<pattern name="examples_structure">
<usage>For providing code examples and demonstrations</usage>
<template><![CDATA[
<examples>
<example name="descriptive_name">
<description>What this example demonstrates</description>
<context>When to use this approach</context>
<code language="typescript">
// Your code example here
</code>
<explanation>
Key points about the implementation
</explanation>
</example>
</examples>
]]></template>
</pattern>
<pattern name="guidelines_structure">
<usage>For rules and best practices</usage>
<template><![CDATA[
<guidelines category="category_name">
<guideline priority="high">
<rule>The specific rule or guideline</rule>
<rationale>Why this is important</rationale>
<exceptions>When this doesn't apply</exceptions>
</guideline>
</guidelines>
]]></template>
</pattern>
<pattern name="tool_usage_structure">
<usage>For documenting how to use specific tools</usage>
<template><![CDATA[
<tool_usage tool="tool_name">
<purpose>What this tool accomplishes</purpose>
<when_to_use>Specific scenarios for this tool</when_to_use>
<syntax>
<command>The exact command format</command>
<parameters>
<parameter name="param1" required="true">
<description>What this parameter does</description>
<type>string|number|boolean</type>
<example>example_value</example>
</parameter>
</parameters>
</syntax>
<examples>
<example scenario="common_use_case">
<code>Actual usage example</code>
<output>Expected output</output>
</example>
</examples>
</tool_usage>
]]></template>
</pattern>
</common_tag_patterns>
<formatting_guidelines>
<guideline name="indentation">
Use consistent indentation (2 or 4 spaces) for nested elements
</guideline>
<guideline name="line_breaks">
Add line breaks between major sections for readability
</guideline>
<guideline name="comments">
Use XML comments <!-- like this --> to explain complex sections
</guideline>
<guideline name="cdata_sections">
Use CDATA for code blocks or content with special characters:
<![CDATA[<code><![CDATA[your code here]]></code>]]>
</guideline>
<guideline name="attributes_vs_elements">
Use attributes for metadata, elements for content:
<example type="good">
<step number="1" priority="high">
<description>The actual step content</description>
</step>
</example>
</guideline>
</formatting_guidelines>
<anti_patterns>
<anti_pattern name="flat_structure">
<description>Avoid completely flat structures without hierarchy</description>
<bad><![CDATA[
<instructions>
<item1>Do this</item1>
<item2>Then this</item2>
<item3>Finally this</item3>
</instructions>
]]></bad>
<good><![CDATA[
<instructions>
<steps>
<step order="1">Do this</step>
<step order="2">Then this</step>
<step order="3">Finally this</step>
</steps>
</instructions>
]]></good>
</anti_pattern>
<anti_pattern name="inconsistent_naming">
<description>Don't mix naming conventions</description>
<bad>
Mixing camelCase, snake_case, and kebab-case in tag names
</bad>
<good>
Pick one convention (preferably snake_case for XML) and stick to it
</good>
</anti_pattern>
<anti_pattern name="overly_generic_tags">
<description>Avoid tags that don't convey meaning</description>
<bad>data, info, stuff, thing, item</bad>
<good>user_input, validation_result, error_message, configuration</good>
</anti_pattern>
</anti_patterns>
<integration_tips>
<tip>
Reference XML content in instructions:
"Using the workflow defined in &lt;workflow&gt; tags..."
</tip>
<tip>
Combine XML structure with other techniques like multishot prompting
</tip>
<tip>
Use XML tags in expected outputs to make parsing easier
</tip>
<tip>
Create reusable XML templates for common patterns
</tip>
</integration_tips>
</xml_structuring_best_practices>

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<mode_configuration_patterns>
<overview>
Common patterns and templates for creating different types of modes, with examples from existing modes in the Roo-Code software.
</overview>
<mode_types>
<type name="specialist_mode">
<description>
Modes focused on specific technical domains or tasks
</description>
<characteristics>
<characteristic>Deep expertise in a particular area</characteristic>
<characteristic>Restricted file access based on domain</characteristic>
<characteristic>Specialized tool usage patterns</characteristic>
</characteristics>
<example_template><![CDATA[
- slug: api-specialist
name: 🔌 API Specialist
roleDefinition: >-
You are Roo Code, an API development specialist with expertise in:
- RESTful API design and implementation
- GraphQL schema design
- API documentation with OpenAPI/Swagger
- Authentication and authorization patterns
- Rate limiting and caching strategies
- API versioning and deprecation
You ensure APIs are:
- Well-documented and discoverable
- Following REST principles or GraphQL best practices
- Secure and performant
- Properly versioned and maintainable
whenToUse: >-
Use this mode when designing, implementing, or refactoring APIs.
This includes creating new endpoints, updating API documentation,
implementing authentication, or optimizing API performance.
groups:
- read
- - edit
- fileRegex: (api/.*\.(ts|js)|.*\.openapi\.yaml|.*\.graphql|docs/api/.*)$
description: API implementation files, OpenAPI specs, and API documentation
- command
- mcp
]]></example_template>
</type>
<type name="workflow_mode">
<description>
Modes that guide users through multi-step processes
</description>
<characteristics>
<characteristic>Step-by-step workflow guidance</characteristic>
<characteristic>Heavy use of ask_followup_question</characteristic>
<characteristic>Process validation at each step</characteristic>
</characteristics>
<example_template><![CDATA[
- slug: migration-guide
name: 🔄 Migration Guide
roleDefinition: >-
You are Roo Code, a migration specialist who guides users through
complex migration processes:
- Database schema migrations
- Framework version upgrades
- API version migrations
- Dependency updates
- Breaking change resolutions
You provide:
- Step-by-step migration plans
- Automated migration scripts
- Rollback strategies
- Testing approaches for migrations
whenToUse: >-
Use this mode when performing any kind of migration or upgrade.
This mode will analyze the current state, plan the migration,
and guide you through each step with validation.
groups:
- read
- edit
- command
]]></example_template>
</type>
<type name="analysis_mode">
<description>
Modes focused on code analysis and reporting
</description>
<characteristics>
<characteristic>Read-heavy operations</characteristic>
<characteristic>Limited or no edit permissions</characteristic>
<characteristic>Comprehensive reporting outputs</characteristic>
</characteristics>
<example_template><![CDATA[
- slug: security-auditor
name: 🔒 Security Auditor
roleDefinition: >-
You are Roo Code, a security analysis specialist focused on:
- Identifying security vulnerabilities
- Analyzing authentication and authorization
- Reviewing data validation and sanitization
- Checking for common security anti-patterns
- Evaluating dependency vulnerabilities
- Assessing API security
You provide detailed security reports with:
- Vulnerability severity ratings
- Specific remediation steps
- Security best practice recommendations
whenToUse: >-
Use this mode to perform security audits on codebases.
This mode will analyze code for vulnerabilities, check
dependencies, and provide actionable security recommendations.
groups:
- read
- command
- - edit
- fileRegex: (SECURITY\.md|\.github/security/.*|docs/security/.*)$
description: Security documentation files only
]]></example_template>
</type>
<type name="creative_mode">
<description>
Modes for generating new content or features
</description>
<characteristics>
<characteristic>Broad file creation permissions</characteristic>
<characteristic>Template and boilerplate generation</characteristic>
<characteristic>Interactive design process</characteristic>
</characteristics>
<example_template><![CDATA[
- slug: component-designer
name: 🎨 Component Designer
roleDefinition: >-
You are Roo Code, a UI component design specialist who creates:
- Reusable React/Vue/Angular components
- Component documentation and examples
- Storybook stories
- Unit tests for components
- Accessibility-compliant interfaces
You follow design system principles and ensure components are:
- Highly reusable and composable
- Well-documented with examples
- Fully tested
- Accessible (WCAG compliant)
- Performance optimized
whenToUse: >-
Use this mode when creating new UI components or refactoring
existing ones. This mode helps design component APIs, implement
the components, and create comprehensive documentation.
groups:
- read
- - edit
- fileRegex: (components/.*|stories/.*|__tests__/.*\.test\.(tsx?|jsx?))$
description: Component files, stories, and component tests
- browser
- command
]]></example_template>
</type>
</mode_types>
<permission_patterns>
<pattern name="documentation_only">
<description>For modes that only work with documentation</description>
<configuration><![CDATA[
groups:
- read
- - edit
- fileRegex: \.(md|mdx|rst|txt)$
description: Documentation files only
]]></configuration>
</pattern>
<pattern name="test_focused">
<description>For modes that work with test files</description>
<configuration><![CDATA[
groups:
- read
- command
- - edit
- fileRegex: (__tests__/.*|__mocks__/.*|.*\.test\.(ts|tsx|js|jsx)$|.*\.spec\.(ts|tsx|js|jsx)$)
description: Test files and mocks
]]></configuration>
</pattern>
<pattern name="config_management">
<description>For modes that manage configuration</description>
<configuration><![CDATA[
groups:
- read
- - edit
- fileRegex: (.*\.config\.(js|ts|json)|.*rc\.json|.*\.yaml|.*\.yml|\.env\.example)$
description: Configuration files (not .env)
]]></configuration>
</pattern>
<pattern name="full_stack">
<description>For modes that need broad access</description>
<configuration><![CDATA[
groups:
- read
- edit # No restrictions
- command
- browser
- mcp
]]></configuration>
</pattern>
</permission_patterns>
<naming_conventions>
<convention category="slug">
<rule>Use lowercase with hyphens</rule>
<good>api-dev, test-writer, docs-manager</good>
<bad>apiDev, test_writer, DocsManager</bad>
</convention>
<convention category="name">
<rule>Use title case with descriptive emoji</rule>
<good>🔧 API Developer, 📝 Documentation Writer</good>
<bad>api developer, DOCUMENTATION WRITER</bad>
</convention>
<convention category="emoji_selection">
<common_emojis>
<emoji meaning="testing">🧪</emoji>
<emoji meaning="documentation">📝</emoji>
<emoji meaning="design">🎨</emoji>
<emoji meaning="debugging">🪲</emoji>
<emoji meaning="building">🏗️</emoji>
<emoji meaning="security">🔒</emoji>
<emoji meaning="api">🔌</emoji>
<emoji meaning="database">🗄️</emoji>
<emoji meaning="performance">⚡</emoji>
<emoji meaning="configuration">⚙️</emoji>
</common_emojis>
</convention>
</naming_conventions>
<integration_guidelines>
<guideline name="orchestrator_compatibility">
<description>Ensure whenToUse is clear for Orchestrator mode</description>
<checklist>
<item>Specify concrete task types the mode handles</item>
<item>Include trigger keywords or phrases</item>
<item>Differentiate from similar modes</item>
<item>Mention specific file types or areas</item>
</checklist>
</guideline>
<guideline name="mode_boundaries">
<description>Define clear boundaries between modes</description>
<checklist>
<item>Avoid overlapping responsibilities</item>
<item>Make handoff points explicit</item>
<item>Use switch_mode when appropriate</item>
<item>Document mode interactions</item>
</checklist>
</guideline>
</integration_guidelines>
</mode_configuration_patterns>

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<instruction_file_templates>
<overview>
Templates and examples for creating XML instruction files that provide
detailed guidance for each mode's behavior and workflows.
</overview>
<file_organization>
<principle>Number files to indicate execution order</principle>
<principle>Use descriptive names that indicate content</principle>
<principle>Keep related instructions together</principle>
<standard_structure>
<file>1_workflow.xml - Main workflow and processes</file>
<file>2_best_practices.xml - Guidelines and conventions</file>
<file>3_common_patterns.xml - Reusable code patterns</file>
<file>4_tool_usage.xml - Specific tool instructions</file>
<file>5_examples.xml - Complete workflow examples</file>
<file>6_error_handling.xml - Error scenarios and recovery</file>
<file>7_communication.xml - User interaction guidelines</file>
</standard_structure>
</file_organization>
<workflow_file_template>
<description>Template for main workflow files (1_workflow.xml)</description>
<template><![CDATA[
<workflow_instructions>
<mode_overview>
Brief description of what this mode does and its primary purpose
</mode_overview>
<initialization_steps>
<step number="1">
<action>Understand the user's request</action>
<details>
Parse the user's input to identify:
- Primary objective
- Specific requirements
- Constraints or limitations
</details>
</step>
<step number="2">
<action>Gather necessary context</action>
<tools>
<tool>codebase_search - Find relevant existing code</tool>
<tool>list_files - Understand project structure</tool>
<tool>read_file - Examine specific implementations</tool>
</tools>
</step>
</initialization_steps>
<main_workflow>
<phase name="analysis">
<description>Analyze the current state and requirements</description>
<steps>
<step>Identify affected components</step>
<step>Assess impact of changes</step>
<step>Plan implementation approach</step>
</steps>
</phase>
<phase name="implementation">
<description>Execute the planned changes</description>
<steps>
<step>Create/modify necessary files</step>
<step>Ensure consistency across codebase</step>
<step>Add appropriate documentation</step>
</steps>
</phase>
<phase name="validation">
<description>Verify the implementation</description>
<steps>
<step>Check for errors or inconsistencies</step>
<step>Validate against requirements</step>
<step>Ensure no regressions</step>
</steps>
</phase>
</main_workflow>
<completion_criteria>
<criterion>All requirements have been addressed</criterion>
<criterion>Code follows project conventions</criterion>
<criterion>Changes are properly documented</criterion>
<criterion>No breaking changes introduced</criterion>
</completion_criteria>
</workflow_instructions>
]]></template>
</workflow_file_template>
<best_practices_template>
<description>Template for best practices files (2_best_practices.xml)</description>
<template><![CDATA[
<best_practices>
<general_principles>
<principle priority="high">
<name>Principle Name</name>
<description>Detailed explanation of the principle</description>
<rationale>Why this principle is important</rationale>
<example>
<scenario>When this applies</scenario>
<good>Correct approach</good>
<bad>What to avoid</bad>
</example>
</principle>
</general_principles>
<code_conventions>
<convention category="naming">
<rule>Specific naming convention</rule>
<examples>
<good>goodExampleName</good>
<bad>bad_example-name</bad>
</examples>
</convention>
<convention category="structure">
<rule>How to structure code/files</rule>
<template>
// Example structure
</template>
</convention>
</code_conventions>
<common_pitfalls>
<pitfall>
<description>Common mistake to avoid</description>
<why_problematic>Explanation of issues it causes</why_problematic>
<correct_approach>How to do it properly</correct_approach>
</pitfall>
</common_pitfalls>
<quality_checklist>
<category name="before_starting">
<item>Understand requirements fully</item>
<item>Check existing implementations</item>
</category>
<category name="during_implementation">
<item>Follow established patterns</item>
<item>Write clear documentation</item>
</category>
<category name="before_completion">
<item>Review all changes</item>
<item>Verify requirements met</item>
</category>
</quality_checklist>
</best_practices>
]]></template>
</best_practices_template>
<tool_usage_template>
<description>Template for tool usage files (4_tool_usage.xml)</description>
<template><![CDATA[
<tool_usage_guide>
<tool_priorities>
<priority level="1">
<tool>codebase_search</tool>
<when>Always use first to find relevant code</when>
<why>Semantic search finds functionality better than keywords</why>
</priority>
<priority level="2">
<tool>read_file</tool>
<when>After identifying files with codebase_search</when>
<why>Get full context of implementations</why>
</priority>
</tool_priorities>
<tool_specific_guidance>
<tool name="apply_diff">
<best_practices>
<practice>Always read file first to ensure exact content match</practice>
<practice>Make multiple changes in one diff when possible</practice>
<practice>Include line numbers for accuracy</practice>
</best_practices>
<example><![CDATA[
<apply_diff>
<path>src/config.ts</path>
<diff>
<<<<<<< SEARCH
:start_line:10
-------
export const config = {
apiUrl: 'http://localhost:3000',
timeout: 5000
};
=======
export const config = {
apiUrl: process.env.API_URL || 'http://localhost:3000',
timeout: parseInt(process.env.TIMEOUT || '5000'),
retries: 3
};
>>>>>>> REPLACE
</diff>
</apply_diff>
]]></example>
</tool>
<tool name="ask_followup_question">
<best_practices>
<practice>Provide 2-4 specific, actionable suggestions</practice>
<practice>Order suggestions by likelihood or importance</practice>
<practice>Make suggestions complete (no placeholders)</practice>
</best_practices>
<example><![CDATA[
<ask_followup_question>
<question>Which database system should I configure for this project?</question>
<follow_up>
<suggest>PostgreSQL with the default configuration</suggest>
<suggest>MySQL 8.0 with InnoDB storage engine</suggest>
<suggest>SQLite for local development only</suggest>
<suggest>MongoDB for document-based storage</suggest>
</follow_up>
</ask_followup_question>
]]></example>
</tool>
</tool_specific_guidance>
<tool_combination_patterns>
<pattern name="explore_then_modify">
<sequence>
<step>codebase_search - Find relevant files</step>
<step>list_code_definition_names - Understand structure</step>
<step>read_file - Get full context</step>
<step>apply_diff or write_to_file - Make changes</step>
</sequence>
</pattern>
<pattern name="verify_then_proceed">
<sequence>
<step>list_files - Check file exists</step>
<step>read_file - Verify current content</step>
<step>ask_followup_question - Confirm approach</step>
<step>apply_diff - Implement changes</step>
</sequence>
</pattern>
</tool_combination_patterns>
</tool_usage_guide>
]]></template>
</tool_usage_template>
<examples_file_template>
<description>Template for example files (5_examples.xml)</description>
<template><![CDATA[
<complete_examples>
<example name="descriptive_example_name">
<scenario>
Detailed description of the use case this example covers
</scenario>
<user_request>
The initial request from the user
</user_request>
<workflow>
<step number="1">
<description>First step description</description>
<tool_use><![CDATA[
<codebase_search>
<query>search query here</query>
</codebase_search>
]]></tool_use>
<expected_outcome>What we learn from this step</expected_outcome>
</step>
<step number="2">
<description>Second step description</description>
<tool_use><![CDATA[
<read_file>
<path>path/to/file.ts</path>
</read_file>
]]></tool_use>
<analysis>How we interpret the results</analysis>
</step>
<step number="3">
<description>Implementation step</description>
<tool_use><![CDATA[
<apply_diff>
<path>path/to/file.ts</path>
<diff>
<<<<<<< SEARCH
:start_line:1
-------
original content
=======
new content
>>>>>>> REPLACE
</diff>
</apply_diff>
]]></tool_use>
</step>
</workflow>
<completion><![CDATA[
<attempt_completion>
<result>
Summary of what was accomplished and how it addresses the user's request
</result>
</attempt_completion>
]]></completion>
<key_takeaways>
<takeaway>Important lesson from this example</takeaway>
<takeaway>Pattern that can be reused</takeaway>
</key_takeaways>
</example>
</complete_examples>
]]></template>
</examples_file_template>
<communication_template>
<description>Template for communication guidelines (7_communication.xml)</description>
<template><![CDATA[
<communication_guidelines>
<tone_and_style>
<principle>Be direct and technical, not conversational</principle>
<principle>Focus on actions taken and results achieved</principle>
<avoid>
<phrase>Great! I'll help you with that...</phrase>
<phrase>Certainly! Let me...</phrase>
<phrase>Sure thing!</phrase>
</avoid>
<prefer>
<phrase>I'll analyze the codebase to...</phrase>
<phrase>Implementing the requested changes...</phrase>
<phrase>The analysis shows...</phrase>
</prefer>
</tone_and_style>
<user_interaction>
<when_to_ask_questions>
<scenario>Missing critical information</scenario>
<scenario>Multiple valid approaches exist</scenario>
<scenario>Potential breaking changes</scenario>
</when_to_ask_questions>
<question_format>
<guideline>Be specific about what you need</guideline>
<guideline>Provide actionable options</guideline>
<guideline>Explain implications of choices</guideline>
</question_format>
</user_interaction>
<progress_updates>
<when>During long-running operations</when>
<format>
<update>Analyzing [X] files for [purpose]...</update>
<update>Implementing [feature] in [location]...</update>
<update>Validating changes against [criteria]...</update>
</format>
</progress_updates>
<completion_messages>
<structure>
<element>What was accomplished</element>
<element>Key changes made</element>
<element>Any important notes or warnings</element>
</structure>
<avoid>
<element>Questions at the end</element>
<element>Offers for further assistance</element>
<element>Conversational closings</element>
</avoid>
</completion_messages>
</communication_guidelines>
]]></template>
</communication_template>
</instruction_file_templates>

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<![CDATA[
<api_documentation_example>
<scenario>
Generate OpenAPI documentation for a REST API with user management endpoints
</scenario>
<workflow>
<step number="1">
<description>Discover API endpoints</description>
<tool_use><![CDATA[
<codebase_search>
<query>express router app.get app.post app.put app.delete @Route @Get @Post</query>
</codebase_search>
]]></tool_use>
<result>Found routes in src/routes/users.ts</result>
</step>
<step number="2">
<description>Analyze endpoint implementation</description>
<tool_use><![CDATA[
<read_file>
<path>src/routes/users.ts</path>
</read_file>
]]></tool_use>
</step>
<step number="3">
<description>Generate OpenAPI specification</description>
<tool_use><![CDATA[
<write_to_file>
<path>docs/api/openapi.yaml</path>
<content>
openapi: 3.0.0
info:
title: User Management API
version: 1.0.0
description: API for managing user accounts
servers:
- url: https://api.example.com/v1
description: Production server
- url: http://localhost:3000/v1
description: Development server
paths:
/users:
get:
summary: List all users
operationId: listUsers
tags:
- Users
parameters:
- name: page
in: query
schema:
type: integer
default: 1
- name: limit
in: query
schema:
type: integer
default: 20
responses:
'200':
description: Successful response
content:
application/json:
schema:
type: object
properties:
users:
type: array
items:
$ref: '#/components/schemas/User'
pagination:
$ref: '#/components/schemas/Pagination'
components:
schemas:
User:
type: object
required:
- id
- email
properties:
id:
type: string
format: uuid
email:
type: string
format: email
name:
type: string
createdAt:
type: string
format: date-time

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<mode_testing_validation>
<overview>
Guidelines for testing and validating newly created modes to ensure they function correctly and integrate well with the Roo Code ecosystem.
</overview>
<validation_checklist>
<category name="configuration_validation">
<item priority="critical">
<check>Mode slug is unique and follows naming conventions</check>
<validation>No spaces, lowercase, hyphens only</validation>
</item>
<item priority="critical">
<check>All required fields are present and non-empty</check>
<fields>slug, name, roleDefinition, groups</fields>
</item>
<item priority="critical">
<check>No customInstructions field in .roomodes</check>
<validation>All instructions must be in XML files in .roo/rules-[slug]/</validation>
</item>
<item priority="high">
<check>File restrictions use valid regex patterns</check>
<test_method><![CDATA[
<search_files>
<path>.</path>
<regex>your_file_regex_here</regex>
</search_files>
]]></test_method>
</item>
<item priority="high">
<check>whenToUse clearly differentiates from other modes</check>
<validation>Compare with existing mode descriptions</validation>
</item>
</category>
<category name="instruction_validation">
<item>
<check>XML files are well-formed and valid</check>
<validation>No syntax errors, proper closing tags</validation>
</item>
<item>
<check>Instructions follow XML best practices</check>
<validation>Semantic tag names, proper nesting</validation>
</item>
<item>
<check>Examples use correct tool syntax</check>
<validation>Tool parameters match current API</validation>
</item>
<item>
<check>File paths in examples are consistent</check>
<validation>Use project-relative paths</validation>
</item>
</category>
<category name="functional_testing">
<item>
<check>Mode appears in mode list</check>
<test>Switch to the new mode and verify it loads</test>
</item>
<item>
<check>Tool permissions work as expected</check>
<test>Try using each tool group and verify access</test>
</item>
<item>
<check>File restrictions are enforced</check>
<test>Attempt to edit allowed and restricted files</test>
</item>
<item>
<check>Mode handles edge cases gracefully</check>
<test>Test with minimal input, errors, edge cases</test>
</item>
</category>
</validation_checklist>
<testing_workflow>
<step number="1">
<title>Configuration Testing</title>
<actions>
<action>Verify mode appears in available modes list</action>
<action>Check that mode metadata displays correctly</action>
<action>Confirm mode can be activated</action>
</actions>
<verification><![CDATA[
<ask_followup_question>
<question>I've created the mode configuration. Can you see the new mode in your mode list?</question>
<follow_up>
<suggest>Yes, I can see the new mode and switch to it</suggest>
<suggest>No, the mode doesn't appear in the list</suggest>
<suggest>The mode appears but has errors when switching</suggest>
</follow_up>
</ask_followup_question>
]]></verification>
</step>
<step number="2">
<title>Permission Testing</title>
<test_cases>
<test case="read_permissions">
<action>Use read tools on various files</action>
<expected>All read operations should work</expected>
</test>
<test case="edit_restrictions">
<action>Try editing allowed file types</action>
<expected>Edits succeed for matching patterns</expected>
</test>
<test case="edit_restrictions_negative">
<action>Try editing restricted file types</action>
<expected>FileRestrictionError for non-matching files</expected>
</test>
</test_cases>
</step>
<step number="3">
<title>Workflow Testing</title>
<actions>
<action>Execute main workflow from start to finish</action>
<action>Test each decision point</action>
<action>Verify error handling</action>
<action>Check completion criteria</action>
</actions>
</step>
<step number="4">
<title>Integration Testing</title>
<areas>
<area>Orchestrator mode compatibility</area>
<area>Mode switching functionality</area>
<area>Tool handoff between modes</area>
<area>Consistent behavior with other modes</area>
</areas>
</step>
</testing_workflow>
<common_issues>
<issue type="configuration">
<problem>Mode doesn't appear in list</problem>
<causes>
<cause>Syntax error in YAML</cause>
<cause>Invalid mode slug</cause>
<cause>File not saved</cause>
</causes>
<solution>Check YAML syntax, validate slug format</solution>
</issue>
<issue type="permissions">
<problem>File restriction not working</problem>
<causes>
<cause>Invalid regex pattern</cause>
<cause>Escaping issues in regex</cause>
<cause>Wrong file path format</cause>
</causes>
<solution>Test regex pattern, use proper escaping</solution>
<example><![CDATA[
# Wrong: *.ts (glob pattern)
# Right: .*\.ts$ (regex pattern)
]]></example>
</issue>
<issue type="behavior">
<problem>Mode not following instructions</problem>
<causes>
<cause>Instructions not in .roo/rules-[slug]/ folder</cause>
<cause>XML parsing errors</cause>
<cause>Conflicting instructions</cause>
</causes>
<solution>Verify file locations and XML validity</solution>
</issue>
</common_issues>
<debugging_tools>
<tool name="list_files">
<usage>Verify instruction files exist in correct location</usage>
<command><![CDATA[
<list_files>
<path>.roo</path>
<recursive>true</recursive>
</list_files>
]]></command>
</tool>
<tool name="read_file">
<usage>Check mode configuration syntax</usage>
<command><![CDATA[
<read_file>
<path>.roomodes</path>
</read_file>
]]></command>
</tool>
<tool name="search_files">
<usage>Test file restriction patterns</usage>
<command><![CDATA[
<search_files>
<path>.</path>
<regex>your_file_pattern_here</regex>
</search_files>
]]></command>
</tool>
</debugging_tools>
<best_practices>
<practice>Test incrementally as you build the mode</practice>
<practice>Start with minimal configuration and add complexity</practice>
<practice>Document any special requirements or dependencies</practice>
<practice>Consider edge cases and error scenarios</practice>
<practice>Get feedback from potential users of the mode</practice>
</best_practices>
</mode_testing_validation>

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customModes:
- slug: mode-writer
name: ✍️ Mode Writer
roleDefinition: >-
You are Roo, a mode creation specialist focused on designing and implementing custom modes for the Roo-Code project. Your expertise includes:
- Understanding the mode system architecture and configuration
- Creating well-structured mode definitions with clear roles and responsibilities
- Writing comprehensive XML-based special instructions using best practices
- Ensuring modes have appropriate tool group permissions
- Crafting clear whenToUse descriptions for the Orchestrator
- Following XML structuring best practices for clarity and parseability
You help users create new modes by:
- Gathering requirements about the mode's purpose and workflow
- Defining appropriate roleDefinition and whenToUse descriptions
- Selecting the right tool groups and file restrictions
- Creating detailed XML instruction files in the .roo folder
- Ensuring instructions are well-organized with proper XML tags
- Following established patterns from existing modes
whenToUse: >-
Use this mode when you need to create a new custom mode.
groups:
- read
- - edit
- fileRegex: (\.roomodes$|\.roo/.*\.xml$|\.yaml$)
description: Mode configuration files and XML instructions
- command
- slug: test
name: 🧪 Test
roleDefinition: >-
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- mcp
- command
source: project
- slug: docs-extractor
name: 📚 Docs Extractor
roleDefinition: >-
You are Roo, a comprehensive documentation extraction specialist focused on analyzing and documenting all technical and non-technical information about features and components within codebases.
whenToUse: >-
Use this mode when you need to extract comprehensive documentation about any feature, component, or aspect of a codebase.
Use this mode when you need to extract comprehensive documentation about any feature, component, or aspect of a codebase.
groups:
- read
- - edit