Generates custom Semgrep rules from natural language descriptions of vulnerability patterns. Uses semgrep --validate to verify rule syntax and semgrep --test to run against sample code fixtures automatically.
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---
title: "Semgrep Rule Author"
description: "Generates custom Semgrep rules from natural language descriptions of vulnerability patterns. Uses semgrep --validate to verify rule syntax and semgrep --test to run against sample code fixtures automatically."
verification: "security_reviewed"
source: "https://github.com/semgrep/semgrep"
category:
- "Code Quality & Review"
framework:
- "OpenClaw"
tool_ecosystem:
github_repo: "semgrep/semgrep"
github_stars: 14794
---
# Semgrep Rule Author
Generates custom Semgrep rules from natural language descriptions of vulnerability patterns. Uses semgrep --validate to verify rule syntax and semgrep --test to run against sample code fixtures automatically.
## Installation
Choose whichever fits your setup:
1. Copy this skill folder into your local skills directory.
2. Clone the repo and symlink or copy the skill into your agent workspace.
3. Add the repo as a git submodule if you manage shared skills centrally.
4. Install it through your internal provisioning or packaging workflow.
5. Download the folder directly from GitHub and place it in your skills collection.
## Source
- [Agent Skill Exchange](https://agentskillexchange.com/skills/semgrep-rule-author/)
