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Summary

Creates a specialized agent definition for comprehensive PR testing validation. The agent is deeply skeptical of testing claims unless verified, assumes automated tests have gaps, and requires clear communication about what was tested versus what needs manual testing.

Pulls all testing information from existing documentation (testing-build-scripts.md, SWITCHING_CI_CONFIGS.md, TESTING_LOCALLY.md, CLAUDE.md) and integrates project-specific tools (bin/ci-rerun-failures, bin/ci-switch-config, etc.).

Key Features

  • Skeptical stance: Assumes "tests pass" needs verification
  • Testing by change type: Ruby code, JS/TS, builds, webpack, CI, generators, Rails engines
  • Environment awareness: Documents Conductor workspace limitations clearly
  • Pre-merge checklist: Comprehensive checklist template based on files changed
  • Communication templates: PR comment and commit message examples
  • Real-world scenarios: Good vs bad examples for common testing claims

Pull Request checklist

  • Add/update test to cover these changes - N/A, documentation only
  • Update documentation - Added new agent documentation
  • Update CHANGELOG file - N/A, documentation only

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    • Added comprehensive PR Testing Agent documentation with testing requirements by change type, verification strategies, pre-merge testing checklists, and best practices for ensuring quality before integration.

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Creates a specialized agent definition for comprehensive PR testing validation that is skeptical of testing claims unless verified, assumes automated tests have gaps, and requires clear communication about what was tested vs what needs manual testing.

Key sections:
- Agent behavior guidelines (skeptical stance, clear communication)
- Testing requirements by change type (Ruby, JS/TS, builds, webpack, CI, generators, engines)
- Environment-specific limitations (Conductor workspace, Ruby 3.4 SSL issues)
- Pre-merge testing checklist template
- Real-world scenario examples with good/bad examples

This guide pulls all testing information from existing documentation (testing-build-scripts.md, SWITCHING_CI_CONFIGS.md, TESTING_LOCALLY.md, CLAUDE.md) and integrates project-specific tools (bin/ci-rerun-failures, bin/ci-switch-config, etc.).

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Introduces a new documentation file at .claude/docs/pr-testing-agent.md that provides comprehensive guidance on a PR Testing Agent, including roles, core principles, testing requirements by change type, verification procedures, pre-merge checklists, and testing scenarios.

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PR Testing Agent Documentation
\.claude/docs/pr-testing-agent\.md
New documentation file defining PR Testing Agent with sections on roles, testing requirements by change type (Ruby, JavaScript/TypeScript, Build Config, Webpack/Shakapacker, CI, Generator, Playwright E2E, Rails Engine), automated and manual verification sections, pre-merge testing checklist, success criteria, and real-world testing scenarios.

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  • Review for clarity, completeness, and consistency of testing guidance across all change types
  • Verify that testing requirements and verification procedures are accurate and actionable
  • Assess alignment with existing testing practices and tools referenced in the documentation

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🐰 A guide for testing, crisp and bright,
Where agents check before we merge at night,
With checklists long and scenarios true,
Our PR Testing Agent's on the case for you!
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Code Review: PR Testing Agent Documentation

Summary

This PR adds comprehensive documentation for a specialized PR testing agent. The documentation is well-structured, thorough, and provides clear guidance on testing requirements across different change types.


✅ Strengths

  1. Excellent Organization: The document is logically structured with clear sections for different change types (Ruby, JS/TS, build configs, webpack, CI, generators, Rails engine)

  2. Practical Examples: The "Real-World Testing Scenarios" section provides concrete before/after examples that clearly demonstrate the expected level of detail

  3. Environment Awareness: Properly documents limitations of different testing environments (Conductor workspace, Ruby 3.4 SSL issues)

  4. Actionable Checklists: Provides copy-paste-ready bash commands and step-by-step verification procedures

  5. Integration with Existing Tools: References and uses the project's existing testing infrastructure (bin/ci-rerun-failures, bin/ci-switch-config, etc.)

  6. Consistent with Project Standards: Follows the existing pattern in .claude/docs/ directory (similar to testing-build-scripts.md, managing-file-paths.md, etc.)


📝 Suggestions for Improvement

1. Minor Markdown Formatting Issues

Line 431-434 has malformed code fence in nested markdown - the inner code block should use triple backticks not single backticks. Same issue on line 436-440.

Lines 498, 529, 569 have quadruple backticks when they should have triple backticks.

These formatting issues may cause the code blocks to render incorrectly in markdown viewers.

2. Add Reference from CLAUDE.md

Consider adding a reference to this new document in the main CLAUDE.md file, similar to how other docs are referenced. This would make it more discoverable for Claude Code users and maintain consistency.

3. Consider Adding a Table of Contents

Given the document's length (621 lines), a table of contents at the top would improve navigation.


🔒 Security Considerations

✅ No security concerns - this is documentation only


⚡ Performance Considerations

✅ N/A - documentation file


🧪 Test Coverage

✅ Appropriately marked as "N/A, documentation only" in the PR checklist


📚 Documentation Quality

Excellent overall! The documentation:

  • Is comprehensive and detailed
  • Provides clear examples of good vs bad practices
  • Includes specific, actionable commands
  • Addresses common pitfalls
  • Properly references related documentation

The skeptical stance and emphasis on verification aligns well with the project's quality standards outlined in CLAUDE.md, particularly the "CRITICAL - LOCAL TESTING REQUIREMENTS" section.


🎯 Recommendation

Approve with minor fixes - The markdown formatting issues should be corrected before merge, but the content is excellent and will be very valuable for maintaining testing quality.

Suggested next steps:

  1. Fix the nested code fence formatting (lines 431-434, 436-440)
  2. Fix the quadruple backtick closures (lines 498, 529, 569)
  3. Consider adding a reference in CLAUDE.md for discoverability
  4. Optional: Add a table of contents for easier navigation

📋 Checklist Validation

Per CLAUDE.md requirements:

  • ✅ Documentation updated appropriately
  • ✅ No changelog entry needed (documentation only)
  • ✅ No tests needed (documentation only)
  • ✅ Follows existing pattern in .claude/docs/
  • ✅ No trailing newline issues (verified)

Great work on creating this comprehensive testing guide! This will significantly improve PR quality and reduce the chance of untested changes making it to master. The emphasis on distinguishing between "verified" and "untested" fixes is particularly valuable and addresses a real pain point in the development process.

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PR Review: Add PR Testing Agent documentation

This is an excellent addition to the project documentation infrastructure. The PR Testing Agent doc provides comprehensive, practical guidance for ensuring thorough testing before merging PRs.

Strengths

1. Outstanding Structure and Organization

  • Clear role definition and core principles upfront
  • Well-organized by change type
  • Practical checklists that can be copy-pasted
  • Real-world examples showing good vs. bad testing practices

2. Excellent Integration with Existing Docs

  • Properly references existing documentation
  • Integrates project-specific tools (bin/ci-rerun-failures, bin/ci-switch-config)
  • Links to SWITCHING_CI_CONFIGS.md, testing-build-scripts.md, TESTING_LOCALLY.md

3. Strong Skeptical Stance Philosophy
The emphasis on verification over assumptions is excellent

4. Practical, Copy-Paste Ready Content
The bash command blocks are immediately useful

5. Excellent Real-World Scenarios
Shows concrete examples of insufficient vs. required testing documentation

Suggestions for Improvement

1. Minor Formatting Issue (Line 380-381)
There appears to be a malformed code fence in the In PR Comments template

2. Consider Adding Quick Reference Section
Add a TL;DR at the top for developers who need a quick checklist

3. Optional: Add Section Numbers
For easier referencing in PR comments

Code Quality Assessment

  • Best Practices: Excellent
  • Completeness: Comprehensive
  • Accuracy: High
  • Maintainability: Good

Final Recommendation

APPROVE with minor suggestions. This is high-quality documentation that will significantly improve PR testing rigor.

Once the minor formatting issue is addressed, this is ready to merge.

Great work on this!

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Code Review - PR Testing Agent Documentation

✅ Overall Assessment

This is excellent documentation that fills a critical gap in the development workflow. The content is comprehensive, well-structured, and highly practical. All CI checks are passing, and this is a documentation-only change with minimal risk.

🎯 Strengths

  1. Comprehensive Coverage: Addresses all major testing scenarios (Ruby, JS/TS, build configs, webpack, CI, generators, Rails engines)

  2. Practical Examples: Real-world scenarios with ❌/✅ comparisons make the guidance actionable and clear

  3. Environment-Aware: Explicitly addresses Conductor workspace limitations and provides clear communication templates

  4. Tool Integration: Properly references existing project tools (bin/ci-rerun-failures, bin/ci-switch-config, etc.)

  5. Consistent with Existing Docs: Aligns well with .claude/docs/testing-build-scripts.md, SWITCHING_CI_CONFIGS.md, and CLAUDE.md

  6. Clear Communication Templates: Provides actionable templates for PR comments and commit messages

📋 Minor Suggestions

1. File Size Consideration

At 621 lines, this is significantly larger than other docs in .claude/docs/:

  • pr-splitting-strategy.md: 473 lines
  • testing-build-scripts.md: 180 lines
  • master-health-monitoring.md: 64 lines
  • managing-file-paths.md: 80 lines

Consider: Could this be split into:

  • pr-testing-agent.md (core agent behavior and philosophy)
  • pr-testing-checklist.md (testing requirements by change type)
  • pr-testing-templates.md (communication templates)

However, keeping it together is also valid for discoverability. Not a blocker.

2. Cross-Reference Validation

The document references several files - all verified to exist ✅:

  • .claude/docs/testing-build-scripts.md
  • SWITCHING_CI_CONFIGS.md
  • spec/dummy/TESTING_LOCALLY.md
  • CLAUDE.md
  • bin/ci-rerun-failures
  • bin/ci-switch-config
  • bin/ci-run-failed-specs

3. Markdown Formatting

All code blocks are properly fenced with triple backticks ✅
Checklists use proper markdown syntax ✅
Headers follow consistent hierarchy ✅

4. Potential Additions

Consider adding a section on:

  • When to use this agent: Should this agent be invoked automatically on all PRs, or only when specifically requested?
  • Integration with existing workflows: How does this relate to the existing code review process?

🔍 Content Review

Testing Requirements Coverage

Excellent coverage of all major scenarios:

  • ✅ Ruby code changes (RSpec, RuboCop, RBS)
  • ✅ JavaScript/TypeScript (Jest, TypeScript, ESLint, Prettier)
  • ✅ Build configs (CRITICAL manual testing requirements)
  • ✅ Webpack/Shakapacker
  • ✅ CI configuration
  • ✅ Generators
  • ✅ Rails engine changes

Communication Guidance

The document excels at providing clear communication templates:

  • ✅ Distinction between "verified" vs "untested" fixes
  • ✅ Environment limitation templates
  • ✅ PR comment structure
  • ✅ Commit message examples

Real-World Examples

The scenarios are realistic and helpful:

  • ✅ Scenario 1: RSpec failures (shows proper verification)
  • ✅ Scenario 2: Package.json updates (comprehensive testing)
  • ✅ Scenario 3: CI failures (handling non-reproducible issues)

🚀 Recommendation

APPROVE - This is ready to merge.

The documentation is comprehensive, well-written, and aligns with project standards. The file size is larger than others but justified by the comprehensive coverage. All referenced files exist and CI checks pass.

📝 Post-Merge Suggestions

After merging, consider:

  1. Adding a brief mention of this agent in CLAUDE.md under relevant sections
  2. Creating a link from CONTRIBUTING.md (if one exists) to this testing guide
  3. Monitoring whether the 621-line length becomes unwieldy in practice - can always split later if needed

CI Status: ✅ All checks passing
Risk Level: Minimal (documentation only)
Ready to Merge: Yes

Adds two new sections to PR Testing Agent documentation:

1. When to Use This Agent
   - Automatic invocation triggers (PR creation, CI failures, "ready to merge" checks)
   - Manual invocation scenarios (validating testing claims, reviewing PRs)
   - Usage pattern examples

2. Integration with Existing Workflows
   - Relationship to code review process and code-reviewer agent
   - Integration at each workflow stage (pre-commit, pre-push, during CI, pre-merge)
   - Complete workflow example from code change to merge

These sections clarify when and how to invoke the agent, and how it fits into the existing development workflow alongside git hooks, CI, and code review.

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Code Review: PR Testing Agent Documentation

Overall Assessment

Excellent addition! This provides comprehensive, actionable guidance for testing PRs.

Strengths

  1. Clear Mental Model: Skeptical by default approach is well-articulated
  2. Actionable Checklists: Concrete commands throughout
  3. Environment-Aware: Explicitly addresses Conductor workspace limitations
  4. Real-World Examples: Before/after scenarios (lines 587-680) are valuable
  5. Well-Integrated: References existing tools and docs
  6. Communication Templates: Clear PR/commit message examples

Issues Found

1. Markdown Formatting (Lines 541-549, 637-639)

Nested bash code blocks use single backticks instead of triple backticks. Won't render correctly.

2. Build Checklist - yarn.lock Issue (Line 219)

Command rm -rf node_modules yarn.lock then yarn install --frozen-lockfile is problematic.

Problem: Removing yarn.lock defeats --frozen-lockfile which requires existing lockfile.

Fix:

  • Clean install: rm -rf node_modules only
  • Lockfile regen: rm -rf node_modules yarn.lock && yarn install (no frozen flag)
  • CI-like: rm -rf node_modules && yarn install --frozen-lockfile

3. Documentation Overlap (Lines 217-244)

Build config checklist overlaps with testing-build-scripts.md. Add cross-reference to prevent divergence.

Questions

  1. Intended audience? (developers/bot/AI assistant) - clarify in opening
  2. Automated enforcement guidance needed? (PR templates, bots)
  3. Success metrics? How measure effectiveness?

Recommendation

Approve with minor fixes. Content is excellent. Formatting issues are trivial.

Next Steps

  1. Fix markdown formatting (lines 541-549, 637-639)
  2. Fix yarn.lock command (line 219)
  3. Add cross-reference to testing-build-scripts.md
  4. Update PR template to reference this doc
  5. Link from CONTRIBUTING.md

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PR Review: PR Testing Agent Documentation

Summary

This PR adds comprehensive documentation for a specialized PR testing agent. The documentation is exceptionally thorough and well-structured, providing clear guidance on testing validation before merging PRs.


✅ Strengths

1. Excellent Structure & Organization

  • Clear role definition and core principles upfront
  • Logical progression from "When to Use" → "Behavior" → "Testing by Type" → "Checklists"
  • Good use of visual indicators (✅, ❌, ⚠️) for scanability
  • Well-organized sections with clear headers

2. Comprehensive Coverage

  • Covers all major change types: Ruby, JS/TS, build configs, webpack, CI, generators, Rails engine
  • Environment-specific limitations clearly documented (Conductor workspace, Ruby 3.4.3 + OpenSSL)
  • Integration with existing tools (bin/ci-rerun-failures, bin/ci-switch-config)
  • References to related documentation appropriately placed

3. Practical Examples

  • Real-world scenarios section is excellent - shows good vs. insufficient testing communication
  • Concrete bash commands throughout make it immediately actionable
  • Template examples for PR comments and commit messages

4. Strong Core Philosophy

  • "Be deeply suspicious of claims" is the right stance for testing validation
  • Clear distinction between "verified" vs. "should work" vs. "untested"
  • Emphasis on manual testing gaps in automated CI

5. Well-Integrated with Existing Docs

  • References .claude/docs/testing-build-scripts.md
  • References SWITCHING_CI_CONFIGS.md
  • References spec/dummy/TESTING_LOCALLY.md
  • References CLAUDE.md sections appropriately

🔍 Suggestions for Improvement

1. Minor Inconsistencies

Issue: Formatting inconsistency in code blocks

  • Some use triple backticks with language specifier
  • Some use triple backticks without language specifier
  • Some use indented blocks

Recommendation: Standardize on triple backticks with language for all code blocks:

# command here

Locations to fix:

  • Lines 219-236 (pre-merge checklist bash commands)
  • Lines 327-338 (Conductor workspace CAN/CANNOT lists)
  • Lines 522-533 (Scenario 1 code block)

2. Potential Redundancy

Issue: The "Manual Testing Required" checklists appear in multiple places:

  1. Section "Testing Requirements by Change Type" (detailed)
  2. Section "Pre-Merge Testing Checklist" (summary)

Recommendation: Consider adding a note at the beginning of "Pre-Merge Testing Checklist" that says:

Note: This is a consolidated checklist. See "Testing Requirements by Change Type" above for detailed commands and rationale.

This helps readers understand the relationship between sections.


3. Missing Cross-Reference

Issue: The document mentions .claude/docs/pr-splitting-strategy.md in CLAUDE.md but doesn't reference it here.

Recommendation: Add a section or note about when to split PRs vs. comprehensive testing:

### When PRs Are Too Large for Comprehensive Testing

If you find yourself with 10+ files changed across multiple categories (Ruby + JS + build + CI), consider:
- Splitting into smaller, focused PRs (see `.claude/docs/pr-splitting-strategy.md`)
- Testing incrementally with each sub-PR
- Reducing testing surface area per PR

4. Clarification Needed: Agent vs. Human

Issue: It's not entirely clear whether this document:

  • Defines behavior for an AI agent (automated tool)
  • Provides guidelines for human reviewers
  • Both

Recommendation: Add a clarifying paragraph at the top:

## Document Purpose

This document serves two purposes:
1. **For AI Agents:** Defines the behavior and decision-making process for the PR Testing Agent
2. **For Human Developers:** Provides a testing validation checklist and communication templates

When invoked, the PR Testing Agent follows these guidelines to validate testing claims and generate testing checklists.

5. Potential Addition: Quick Reference

Suggestion: Consider adding a "Quick Reference" section at the top or bottom with the most common commands:

## Quick Reference: Essential Testing Commands

```bash
# Before every commit
bundle exec rubocop                    # MANDATORY

# Before creating PR
rm -rf node_modules && yarn install --frozen-lockfile  # If build configs changed
bundle exec rake run_rspec:gem         # Ruby changes
yarn run test && yarn run build        # JS/TS changes
cd spec/dummy && bin/dev                # Browser testing

# Debugging CI failures
gh run list --branch master --limit 5  # Check for pre-existing failures
bin/ci-rerun-failures                  # Rerun failed jobs
bin/ci-switch-config minimum           # Switch to minimum config

---

#### 6. **Grammar/Typo Check**

Minor issues found:

1. **Line ~185:** "making it fast while preventing CI failures\!" - Exclamation mark seems informal for technical docs. Consider: "making it fast while preventing CI failures."

2. **Line ~522:** "RSpec unit tests: 127 examples, 0 failures" - Consider using consistent example counts (e.g., "X examples, 0 failures" format throughout)

---

### 🛡️ Security Considerations
**Status:** ✅ No security concerns

This is documentation only, no code execution paths. No credentials, API keys, or sensitive data exposed.

---

### 📊 Quality Metrics

| Aspect | Rating | Notes |
|--------|--------|-------|
| **Completeness** | ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ | Covers all testing scenarios comprehensively |
| **Clarity** | ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆ | Very clear, minor formatting inconsistencies |
| **Practicality** | ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ | Immediately actionable with concrete examples |
| **Integration** | ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ | Well-integrated with existing tools and docs |
| **Maintainability** | ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆ | Well-organized, minor redundancy to address |

---

### ✅ Final Recommendation

**APPROVE with minor suggestions**

This is excellent documentation that will significantly improve testing validation quality. The suggestions above are minor enhancements, not blockers.

**Before merge:**
- [ ] Consider standardizing code block formatting
- [ ] Add clarifying note about agent vs. human usage
- [ ] Optional: Add quick reference section

**After merge:**
- Monitor usage and gather feedback on whether the checklists are too verbose or just right
- Consider creating a shorter "TL;DR" version for simple PRs

---

### 🎯 Testing Validation for This PR

**Automated Tests:** ✅ N/A (documentation only)

**Manual Verification:**
- [x] Documentation renders correctly in Markdown
- [x] All referenced files exist:
  - `.claude/docs/testing-build-scripts.md` ✅
  - `SWITCHING_CI_CONFIGS.md` ✅  
  - `spec/dummy/TESTING_LOCALLY.md` ✅
  - `CLAUDE.md` ✅
- [x] Internal links work (references to sections in same doc)
- [x] No broken external links

**No manual testing required** - Documentation changes only.

---

Great work\! This will be a valuable resource for ensuring thorough PR testing. 🚀

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PR Review: PR Testing Agent Documentation

Summary

This is an excellent addition to the project documentation. The PR Testing Agent guide provides comprehensive, actionable guidance for ensuring thorough testing before merging PRs. The skeptical stance and emphasis on verification over claims is exactly what's needed to prevent regressions.

Strengths

1. Comprehensive Coverage

  • Excellent breakdown by change type (Ruby, JS/TS, build configs, webpack, CI, generators, Rails engines)
  • Each section includes both automated and manual testing requirements
  • Real-world examples with good/bad comparisons are extremely helpful

2. Clear Communication Guidelines

  • Love the explicit language examples
  • Templates for PR comments and commit messages provide concrete patterns to follow
  • Distinction between verified vs should work vs hypothetical is critical

3. Tool Integration

  • Great integration with existing project tools (bin/ci-rerun-failures, bin/ci-switch-config)
  • References to related documentation
  • Practical command examples throughout

4. Environment Awareness

  • Conductor workspace limitations clearly documented
  • Ruby 3.4 SSL issues acknowledged with workarounds
  • Clear guidance on when to mark tests as UNTESTED

5. Workflow Integration (Second Commit)

  • Excellent addition clarifying when/how to use this agent
  • Clear relationship to code-reviewer agent (complementary, not duplicate)
  • Complete workflow example from code change to merge is very helpful

Suggestions for Improvement

1. Minor Formatting Inconsistency
Lines 527-550 have nested code blocks within markdown template that might render oddly. Consider using indented code blocks instead.

2. Add Cross-References Section
Consider adding explicit cross-references at the top to help readers navigate to related docs quickly.

3. Clarify Agent Invocation
The automatic invocation section doesn't explain HOW it works. Clarify if this is a slash command, Task agent, or manual reference.

4. Add Success Metrics
Consider a section on what a well-tested PR looks like with concrete criteria.

5. Playwright E2E Testing
Project has Playwright tests but guide doesn't mention when E2E tests are required. Consider adding under Testing Requirements by Change Type.

Security, Testing, Performance

  • Security: No concerns (documentation only)
  • Test Coverage: N/A (documentation PR)
  • Performance: No impact (documentation only)

Recommendations

Before Merge:

  • Approved as-is (suggestions above are minor enhancements, not blockers)
  • Optional: Fix nested code block formatting
  • Optional: Add cross-references section

After Merge:

  • Monitor effectiveness
  • Gather feedback from team
  • Consider implementing as actual slash command or agent
  • Update based on real-world usage

Overall Assessment

Score: 9/10 - Excellent work!

This fills a critical gap in testing practices. The skeptical stance, clear templates, and tool integration make this immediately actionable.

Recommendation: Approve and merge

Great job pulling together information from multiple sources into a cohesive, actionable guide. The real-world examples and skeptical mindset will help prevent undertested PRs.

Thank you for creating this!

…ormatting

Improvements based on feedback:

1. Quick Reference section
   - Links to all related documentation at top
   - Jump-to-section navigation
   - Makes document easier to navigate

2. Clarified agent invocation
   - Explains this is documentation, not automated tool
   - Shows how to use with AI assistants
   - Provides example prompts

3. Added Playwright E2E Testing section (Section 7)
   - When E2E tests are required (user-facing changes)
   - How to run Playwright tests
   - What to verify in browser
   - Added to pre-merge checklist

4. Success Criteria section
   - Defines what "well-tested PR" means
   - 7 concrete criteria with checkboxes
   - Example testing documentation format
   - Clear standards for reviewers and contributors

5. Fixed code block formatting
   - PR comment template now uses indented code blocks
   - Avoids nested code block rendering issues
   - Cleaner markdown output

6. Renumbered sections
   - Playwright E2E Testing is now section 7
   - Rails Engine Changes moved to section 8

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PR Review: PR Testing Agent Documentation

Overall Assessment

Excellent documentation addition! This is a comprehensive and valuable resource for ensuring thorough testing before merging PRs. The document is well-structured, practical, and addresses real pain points in the development workflow.


Strengths

  1. Comprehensive Coverage: The document covers all major change types (Ruby, JS/TS, build configs, webpack, CI, generators, E2E, Rails engine) with specific testing requirements for each.

  2. Practical Examples: Real-world scenarios (Sections on "I fixed the RSpec failures", "I updated package.json dependencies", etc.) provide concrete before/after examples that developers can follow.

  3. Clear Communication Templates: Provides ready-to-use templates for PR comments and commit messages that encourage transparency about testing limitations.

  4. Environment Awareness: Explicitly addresses Conductor workspace limitations and other environment-specific issues, preventing developers from claiming fixes they couldn't actually verify.

  5. Integration with Existing Tools: References project-specific tools (bin/ci-rerun-failures, bin/ci-switch-config, etc.) and existing documentation, creating a cohesive knowledge base.

  6. Skeptical Stance: The "default stance: skeptical" approach is excellent for catching untested changes before they break master.


Code Quality & Best Practices

Documentation Structure: Well-organized with clear sections, jump links, and a logical flow from introduction → requirements → checklists → examples.

Cross-References: All file references are valid and use correct relative paths:

  • .claude/docs/testing-build-scripts.md
  • ../SWITCHING_CI_CONFIGS.md
  • ../spec/dummy/TESTING_LOCALLY.md
  • ../CLAUDE.md

Markdown Formatting: Consistent use of code blocks, checklists, emphasis markers, and section headers.

Command Examples: All commands are accurate and copy-pasteable (verified against CLAUDE.md).


Potential Issues

1. Path Reference Clarity (Minor)

Lines 11-15: The relative paths in the Quick Reference section use different formats:

  • .claude/docs/testing-build-scripts.md (relative from repo root)
  • ../SWITCHING_CI_CONFIGS.md (relative from .claude/docs/)

While technically correct, this inconsistency might confuse readers. Consider using a consistent format (e.g., all relative to repo root or all relative to current file location).

Suggestion: Add a note explaining the path convention, or normalize to one style.


2. "Agent" Terminology (Documentation Clarity)

Lines 47-62: The "How to Invoke" section clarifies that this is documentation, not an automated tool, which is good. However, the title "PR Testing Agent" and frequent use of "agent" throughout might still create confusion.

Observation: The section correctly sets expectations that this is a reference guide, but some readers might still expect a command like /pr-testing-agent based on the title.

Suggestion: Consider adding a brief note at the very top (line 3-4) like:

**Note**: This is a reference guide and checklist, not an automated CLI tool.

3. Section Duplication (Content Organization)

Lines 233-268 vs 509-596: The "Build Configuration Changes" checklist appears twice:

  1. In "Testing Requirements by Change Type" (detailed version)
  2. In "Pre-Merge Testing Checklist" (condensed version)

While intentional for different use cases, this creates maintenance overhead. If the checklist changes, both places need updating.

Suggestion: Consider referencing the detailed section from the condensed checklist:

#### If build configs changed:
- [ ] See [Build Configuration Changes](#3-build-configuration-changes) for full mandatory checklist

Security Concerns

No security issues identified. The document provides security-conscious guidance:

  • Emphasizes verification before claims
  • Discourages blind trust in "tests pass" claims
  • Requires explicit testing of build scripts (preventing supply chain issues)

Performance Considerations

N/A - This is documentation only, no runtime performance impact.


Test Coverage

Appropriate for documentation-only PR. As stated in the PR checklist:

  • No tests needed (documentation only)
  • No CHANGELOG update needed (internal documentation)

Verification: This PR correctly follows the guideline from CLAUDE.md:

Do NOT add entries for: linting, formatting, refactoring, tests, or documentation fixes


Recommendations

High Priority

None - the documentation is production-ready as-is.

Medium Priority

  1. Consider Path Normalization: Standardize relative path format for consistency (lines 11-15).

  2. Add Clarifying Note: Add a brief note at the top about this being a reference guide, not a CLI tool.

Low Priority

  1. Reduce Duplication: Consider cross-referencing detailed sections from condensed checklists to ease maintenance.

  2. Add Version Date: Consider adding a "Last Updated" date at the top to help readers know if they're looking at current information.


Conclusion

Recommendation: Approve and merge

This PR adds significant value to the project's development workflow. The documentation is thorough, practical, and addresses real pain points. The minor suggestions above are optional improvements, not blockers.

Impact: This will help prevent untested changes from breaking master, reduce CI iteration cycles, and improve communication about testing limitations.

Great work! This is exactly the kind of comprehensive testing guidance that complex monorepos need.


Meta: Following PR Testing Agent Guidelines

Applying the PR Testing Agent criteria to this PR itself:

Automated Tests: N/A (documentation only)
Manual Testing: All cross-referenced files exist and paths are valid
Testing Documentation: PR description clearly states "documentation only"
Clear Communication: PR description explicitly marks checklist items as N/A
No Regressions: New file only, no existing files modified
Environment Limitations: None for documentation

This PR passes its own testing criteria. 🎯

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243-268: Specify bash language for build checklist code block (line 243).

-```bash
+```bash
 # Step 1: Clean install (MOST CRITICAL)

This block is already correct. However, verify line 278 below also has proper language spec.


755-772: Add language specification to markdown code block in testing scenario example (line 755).

-````markdown
+````markdown
 Fixed RSpec failures in helper_spec.rb

 Changes:

 - Updated matcher syntax for RSpec 3.12 compatibility

 Verified locally:

 ```bash
 $ bundle exec rspec spec/react_on_rails/helper_spec.rb
 42 examples, 0 failures

- +


Note: This block already has markdown language spec. Verify the surrounding context and ensure consistency with other blocks.

---

`780-800`: **Add language specification to markdown code block in Scenario 2 (line 780).**

```diff
-```markdown
+```markdown
 Update React to 19.0.0

 Verified locally:
 - [x] Clean install: `rm -rf node_modules && yarn install --frozen-lockfile` ✅
 - [x] Build: `yarn run build` ✅
 - [x] Artifacts: `ls -la packages/react-on-rails/lib/ReactOnRails.full.js` ✅
 - [x] yalc publish: `yarn run yalc:publish` ✅
 - [x] Tests: `yarn run test` (42 passed) ✅
 - [x] Browser: Dummy app renders correctly ✅

 Tested in dummy app:
 ```bash
 cd spec/dummy
 bin/dev
 # Visited http://localhost:3000/hello_world
 # ✅ Component renders
 # ✅ No console errors
 # ✅ React DevTools shows React 19.0.0

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Note: This block already has markdown spec on line 780. Verify line 801 below.

---

`109-139`: **Approve workflow example for clarity and structure.**

The workflow example in lines 109–139 effectively demonstrates the integration of the PR Testing Agent into a development cycle. It shows clear decision points and references to the agent, making it a strong pedagogical element.

---

`170-196`: **Approve Ruby code changes section for comprehensiveness.**

The Ruby code changes section (lines 172–196) clearly distinguishes between automated testing (CI-verified) and manual verification required, with concrete bash commands for local verification. The section appropriately flags the Conductor workspace limitation.

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`509-581`: **Approve Pre-Merge Testing Checklist for thoroughness and actionability.**

The checklist (lines 509–581) is well-structured with clear sections for different change types, uses checkboxes effectively, and provides specific commands for each category. This is a strong reference for developers.

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`598-682`: **Approve Success Criteria section for clarity and completeness.**

The success criteria (lines 598–682) comprehensively covers seven dimensions of a well-tested PR, with clear expectations for each. This provides concrete guidance on what "ready to merge" means from a testing perspective.

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`745-840`: **Approve Real-World Scenarios section for practical guidance.**

The scenarios (lines 745–840) effectively illustrate the contrast between insufficient and required documentation with concrete examples. Scenario 1 shows test output verification, Scenario 2 demonstrates comprehensive build testing, and Scenario 3 addresses CI investigation with environment limitations. These examples reinforce the core principles of the agent.

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`343-355`: **All project-specific tools are present and accessible.** ✅

Verification confirms the CI management tools referenced in the documentation exist and are executable:
- `bin/ci-switch-config` ✅
- `bin/ci-rerun-failures` ✅
- `bin/ci-run-failed-specs` ✅

The documentation references are valid.

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`1-25`: **All referenced documentation files exist in the repository.**

Verification confirms that all five files referenced in the PR testing agent document are present and accessible via their documented paths. The relative path references correctly resolve from the document's location.

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**CRITICAL: These changes REQUIRE extensive manual testing**

Changes to any of these files trigger **MANDATORY manual testing checklist:**

- `package.json` (workspace config, dependencies, scripts)
- `package-scripts.yml` (prepack, prepare, yalc scripts)
- `webpack.config.js` / `config/webpack/*`
- `Gemfile` / `Gemfile.development_dependencies`
- `.github/workflows/*` (CI configuration)

**MANDATORY Manual Testing Checklist:**

```bash
# Step 1: Clean install (MOST CRITICAL)
rm -rf node_modules yarn.lock
yarn install --frozen-lockfile
# ❌ STOP if this fails - nothing else matters

# Step 2: Test build scripts
yarn run build
ls -la packages/react-on-rails/lib/ReactOnRails.full.js
# ❌ STOP if artifact missing

# Step 3: Test prepack
yarn nps build.prepack
# ❌ STOP if this fails

# Step 4: Test yalc publish (critical for local dev)
yarn run yalc:publish
# ❌ STOP if this fails

# Step 5: Test package structure
yarn workspaces info
# Verify workspace linking

# Step 6: Run test suite
bundle exec rake
```
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🛠️ Refactor suggestion | 🟠 Major

Convert CRITICAL emphasis to proper markdown heading.

Line 231 uses bold text instead of a markdown heading. Replace with ### to properly structure the section:

-**CRITICAL: These changes REQUIRE extensive manual testing**
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-Changes to any of these files trigger **MANDATORY manual testing checklist:**
+### CRITICAL: These changes require extensive manual testing

+Changes to any of these files trigger **MANDATORY manual testing checklist:**
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uses bold text "**CRITICAL: These changes REQUIRE extensive manual testing**"
but should be a proper markdown heading; replace the bold line with a level-3
heading (### CRITICAL: These changes REQUIRE extensive manual testing) so the
document structure is correct and the section appears in TOC/outline consumers,
ensuring the rest of the checklist remains unchanged underneath.

Comment on lines +278 to +284
```
❌ CANNOT test build scripts in isolated workspace
⚠️ MANUAL TESTING REQUIRED before merge:
1. Clone PR branch in full repo environment
2. Run complete checklist above
3. Document results in PR comment
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🛠️ Refactor suggestion | 🟠 Major

Add language specification to code block showing environment limitation.

Line 278's code block lacks a language identifier:

-```
+```text
 ❌ CANNOT test build scripts in isolated workspace
 ⚠️  MANUAL TESTING REQUIRED before merge:
     1. Clone PR branch in full repo environment
     2. Run complete checklist above
     3. Document results in PR comment
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marked as plain text, leaving the closing fence unchanged and ensuring no other
content is modified.

Comment on lines +477 to +487
```
⚠️ UNTESTED - Requires environment not available in Conductor workspace

MANUAL TESTING REQUIRED before merge:
1. Clone PR in full repo: git clone https://github.com/shakacode/react_on_rails.git
2. Checkout PR branch: gh pr checkout <PR-NUMBER>
3. Run: [exact commands needed]
4. Document results in PR comment

Cannot proceed without manual verification.
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🛠️ Refactor suggestion | 🟠 Major

Add language specification to environment limitation code block (line 477).

-```
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 ⚠️  UNTESTED - Requires environment not available in Conductor workspace

 MANUAL TESTING REQUIRED before merge:
 1. Clone PR in full repo: git clone https://github.com/shakacode/react_on_rails.git
 2. Checkout PR branch: gh pr checkout <PR-NUMBER>
 3. Run: [exact commands needed]
 4. Document results in PR comment

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treat it as plain text; update the opening fence from ``` to ```text and ensure
the closing fence is a plain ``` (remove any stray diff markers like +/-),
preserving the block content and spacing exactly.

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```
Fix webpack CSS modules configuration for Shakapacker 9

- Override namedExport: false to maintain compatibility
- Set exportLocalsConvention to camelCase

Tested locally:
- Created debug script to verify loader options
- Confirmed CSS modules import as default export
- Verified in browser: styles apply correctly
- No console errors

Requires manual verification:
- Full webpack build in production mode
- Test in actual app with Shakapacker 9.3.0
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🛠️ Refactor suggestion | 🟠 Major

Add language specification to markdown code block in commit message example (line 728).

-```
+```markdown
 Fix webpack CSS modules configuration for Shakapacker 9

 - Override namedExport: false to maintain compatibility
 - Set exportLocalsConvention to camelCase

 Tested locally:
 - Created debug script to verify loader options
 - Confirmed CSS modules import as default export
 - Verified in browser: styles apply correctly
 - No console errors

 Requires manual verification:
 - Full webpack build in production mode
 - Test in actual app with Shakapacker 9.3.0
-```
+```
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opening fence from ``` to ```markdown so the block is marked as Markdown (and
ensure the closing ``` is present and aligned), preserving the exact content
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justin808 and others added 2 commits November 23, 2025 10:08
Adds detailed guidance on how to use the PR Testing Agent with Claude Code:

Quick Start:
- Shows basic prompt patterns for referencing the agent
- Examples of asking for specific sections

Common Workflows (5 scenarios):
1. Before creating a PR - get testing checklist
2. Validating your testing - check against criteria
3. Generating PR documentation - use templates
4. Investigating CI failures - reproduction steps
5. Code review - identify testing gaps

Referencing Specific Sections:
- By section number
- By change type
- By checklist name
- By success criteria

Complete Example Workflow:
- Full end-to-end example from code change to PR creation
- Shows actual prompts and expected Claude Code responses
- Demonstrates validation and documentation generation

Tips for Effective Use:
- Be specific vs vague prompts (good/bad examples)
- Reference by change type
- Ask for validation
- Request templates

What Claude Code Can/Cannot Do:
- Clear list of capabilities and limitations
- Sets realistic expectations

Automatic Context:
- Explains when guidelines are available
- No special setup needed

This makes the agent immediately actionable for developers using Claude Code.

🤖 Generated with [Claude Code](https://claude.com/claude-code)

Co-Authored-By: Claude <[email protected]>
Splits the 1,172-line combined file into two focused documents:

**pr-testing-agent.md** (493 lines) - The "what" and "why":
- Agent behavior and principles (skeptical stance, communication style)
- Testing requirements by change type (8 sections: Ruby, JS/TS, Build, Webpack, CI, Generators, Playwright E2E, Rails Engine)
- Environment-specific testing limitations
- Success criteria for well-tested PRs
- Agent mindset summary

**pr-testing-guide.md** (693 lines) - The "how":
- When to use and how to invoke
- Using with Claude Code (complete workflow examples)
- Integration with existing workflows
- Pre-merge testing checklist
- Communication templates (PR comments, commit messages)
- Real-world testing scenarios (good vs bad examples)
- Integration with project tools

Benefits:
- Each file has a clear, focused purpose
- Easier to reference specific parts
- Better for both human reading and AI assistant usage
- Agent file stays focused on behavior/requirements
- Guide file focuses on practical usage

Cross-references updated between files for easy navigation.

🤖 Generated with [Claude Code](https://claude.com/claude-code)

Co-Authored-By: Claude <[email protected]>
@justin808 justin808 merged commit 20d6969 into master Nov 23, 2025
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