pre-commit config explainer

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Paste .pre-commit-config.yaml or a fragment. You will get a structured walkthrough of repos, hook IDs, and arguments—without running pre-commit.

pre-commit config

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Paste .pre-commit-config.yaml or a fragment. Nothing runs here—redact private repo URLs and tokens if any appear in args.

Common use cases

  • Review a team’s hook set before you clone: see which linters run and how files are filtered.
  • Compare with CI YAML when the same tools run in pipelines vs local commits.
  • Pair with the shell explainer when hooks use language: system or custom entry commands.

Common mistakes to avoid

  • Pasting configs that reference private mirrors with credentials

    Redact tokens in URLs and hook args. Use placeholders in examples you share.

  • Assuming hook behavior from id alone

    Versions differ; verify behavior in upstream hook docs for your pinned rev.

FAQ

Does this run pre-commit or install git hooks?

No. Only the text you paste is described. No hook installation, no command execution.

Does it support pre-commit 4.x schema?

Common keys and repo layouts are covered. Unusual meta hooks or migrations may be summarized at a high level.

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