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111-java-maven-dependencies

Use when you need to add or evaluate Maven dependencies that improve code quality — including nullness annotations (JSpecify), static analysis (Error Prone + NullAway), functional programming (VAVR), or architecture testing (ArchUnit) — and want a consultative, question-driven approach that adds only what you actually need. Part of the skills-for-java project

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Additional technical details for this skill

author
Juan Antonio Breña Moral
version
0.14.0

SKILL.md

Add Maven dependencies for improved code quality

Add essential Maven dependencies that enhance code quality and safety through a consultative, question-driven approach. This is an interactive SKILL.

What is covered in this Skill?

  • JSpecify: (nullness annotations, provided scope)
  • Error Prone + NullAway: (enhanced static analysis with compile-time null checking)
  • VAVR: (functional programming with Try/Either and immutable collections)
  • ArchUnit: (architecture rule enforcement, test scope)

Constraints

Before adding Maven dependencies, ensure the project is in a valid state. Use a consultative, question-driven flow that adds only what the user selects.

  • MANDATORY: Run ./mvnw validate or mvn validate before any changes
  • SAFETY: If validation fails, stop and ask the user to fix issues—do not proceed until resolved
  • BEFORE ASKING QUESTIONS: Read the reference to use the exact wording and options from the template. Ask questions one-by-one in strict order (JSpecify → Enhanced Compiler Analysis (conditional) → VAVR → ArchUnit) and add only what the user selects. Use consultative language, present trade-offs, and wait for user responses before implementing

When to use this skill

  • Add Maven dependencies
  • Add JSpecify nullness dependencies
  • Add Error Prone NullAway dependencies
  • Add VAVR functional dependencies
  • Add ArchUnit architecture testing dependencies

Reference

For detailed guidance, examples, and constraints, see references/111-java-maven-dependencies.md.

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