nehal-a2z · Aug 4, 2026 · Aug 4, 2026 · Aug 4, 2026
@@ -6,6 +6,8 @@ All notable changes to this repository are documented in this file.
 
 ### Added
 
+- Added native Gemini CLI extension packaging via `gemini-extension.json`,
+  including the `/coderabbit:review` command and existing portable skills.
 - Added native Antigravity CLI plugin packaging via the repository-root
   `plugin.json` manifest, with direct GitHub installation guidance.
 - Documented CodeRabbit CLI `--dir <path>` support for directory-scoped
@@ -16,6 +18,7 @@ All notable changes to this repository are documented in this file.
 
 ### Changed
 
+- Aligned the shared code-review subagent metadata with Gemini CLI's schema.
 - Removed alternate detailed-output guidance so review agents use `--agent`
   exclusively.
 - Reframed the README as the canonical home for CodeRabbit skills and plugin

@@ -1,6 +1,6 @@
 # Distribution Channels
 
-Last verified: 2026-07-20
+Last verified: 2026-08-04
 
 This file is the repository's operating inventory for where CodeRabbit skills and adjacent agent integrations are distributed. Public user-facing install guidance belongs in `README.md`; in-development and maintainer-only channels should stay here until they are ready to launch.
 
@@ -12,6 +12,7 @@ This file is the repository's operating inventory for where CodeRabbit skills an
 | Tagged GitHub release archive for binary installers | In development, not user-facing | `.github/workflows/release.yml` | Workflow publishes a versioned tarball, SHA-256 file, and release manifest on `v*` tags, but this channel is not part of public install guidance yet. |
 | Claude Code plugin marketplace | Live, source migration pending | `.claude-plugin/plugin.json`, `commands/`, `agents/` | In-repo packaging is active; official marketplace source is being moved from `coderabbitai/claude-plugin` to this repository. |
 | Cursor native plugin marketplace | Repo-packaged, publication should be verified | `.cursor-plugin/plugin.json` | Repo contains marketplace manifest; treat public listing as separate verification work. |
+| Gemini CLI native extension | Repo-packaged, release pending | `gemini-extension.json`, `skills/`, `commands/coderabbit/review.toml`, `agents/` | Publish direct installation after `v1.2.0`; verify gallery listing separately. |
 | Antigravity CLI native plugin | GitHub-installable | `plugin.json`, `skills/` | Install directly with `agy plugin install https://github.com/coderabbitai/skills`; treat marketplace publication as separate verification work. |
 | Codex plugin marketplace | Live, separate repo | CodeRabbit docs + `coderabbitai/codex-plugin` | Not packaged from this repository today. |
 | VS Code / Cursor / Windsurf IDE extension | Live, separate distribution | CodeRabbit IDE extension docs | Complements skills; not a replacement for `SKILL.md` installs. |
@@ -22,6 +23,7 @@ This file is the repository's operating inventory for where CodeRabbit skills an
 - When README install text changes, verify this table still matches the recommended paths.
 - When the release workflow or asset names change, update the binary-installer row and its verification note.
 - When a new marketplace manifest is added, record whether it is only packaged in-repo or publicly published.
+- When the Gemini manifest or bundled components change, rerun `gemini extensions validate .`.
 - When the Antigravity manifest or plugin schema changes, rerun `agy plugin validate .`.
 - If a channel moves to another repository, keep the status here and link the new owner repo in the note.
 - If a channel is deprecated, keep it in this file until all docs and install references are removed.
@@ -5,8 +5,8 @@
 [![Agents](https://img.shields.io/badge/works_with-35%2B_agents-brightgreen)](#supported-agents)
 
 The canonical home for CodeRabbit's agent-native skills and plugin packaging.
-Use it to install AI-powered code review into 35+ coding agents, Antigravity
-CLI, Claude Code, Cursor, and other supported agent environments.
+Use it to install AI-powered code review into 35+ coding agents, Gemini CLI,
+Antigravity CLI, Claude Code, Cursor, and other supported agent environments.
 
 CodeRabbit detects bugs, security issues, and quality risks before you merge.
 
@@ -76,6 +76,22 @@ After publication, Cursor marketplace installs use:
 For the current recommended setup, see the
 [Cursor integration guide](https://docs.coderabbit.ai/cli/cursor-integration).
 
+#### Gemini CLI Extension (pre-release)
+
+Until `v1.2.0` is published as the Latest release, Gemini CLI users can install
+the native extension from `main`:
+
+```bash
+gemini extensions install https://github.com/coderabbitai/skills --ref main
+gemini extensions list
+```
+
+After `v1.2.0` is published, the `--ref main` option can be omitted.
+
+The repository-root [`gemini-extension.json`](gemini-extension.json) packages
+the portable skills, `/coderabbit:review` command, and code-review subagent.
+This native extension is separate from the generic skills-installer path above.
+
 #### Antigravity CLI Plugin
 
 Antigravity CLI users can install the native plugin directly from this
@@ -103,9 +119,10 @@ For an at-a-glance inventory of active and repo-packaged distribution paths, see
 | --- | --- |
 | `skills/` | Portable CodeRabbit skills for agents that support `SKILL.md`. |
 | `.claude-plugin/` | Claude Code plugin marketplace metadata. |
-| `commands/` | Review command shipped to Claude Code and converted to a skill by Antigravity CLI. |
-| `agents/` | Code-review subagent shipped to Claude Code and Antigravity CLI. |
+| `commands/` | Native review commands for Claude Code, Gemini CLI, and Antigravity CLI. |
+| `agents/` | Code-review subagent shipped to Claude Code, Gemini CLI, and Antigravity CLI. |
 | `.cursor-plugin/` | Cursor marketplace metadata. |
+| `gemini-extension.json` | Gemini CLI extension manifest. |
 | `plugin.json` | Antigravity CLI plugin manifest. |
 | `assets/` | Shared marketplace and brand assets. |
 | `DISTRIBUTION_CHANNELS.md` | Maintainer inventory of live, packaged, and in-development channels. |
@@ -244,12 +261,20 @@ inside compatible agents.
 - Review command: `commands/coderabbit-review.md` (converted to a skill during installation)
 - Subagent: `agents/code-reviewer.md`
 
+### Gemini CLI
+
+- Native extension manifest: `gemini-extension.json`
+- Skills source: `skills/`
+- Slash command: `/coderabbit:review` (`commands/coderabbit/review.toml`)
+- Subagent: `agents/code-reviewer.md`
+
 ## Resources
 
 - [CodeRabbit Documentation](https://coderabbit.ai/docs)
 - [CodeRabbit CLI Guide](https://docs.coderabbit.ai/cli)
 - [Vercel Skills CLI](https://github.com/vercel-labs/skills)
 - [Agent Skills Specification](https://agentskills.io/specification)
+- [Gemini CLI Extension Documentation](https://geminicli.com/docs/extensions/reference/)
 - [Antigravity CLI Plugin Documentation](https://antigravity.google/docs/cli-plugins)
 
 ## License

@@ -1,13 +1,6 @@
 ---
 name: code-reviewer
 description: Specialized CodeRabbit code review agent that performs thorough analysis of code changes
-capabilities:
-  - Run comprehensive code reviews using CodeRabbit AI
-  - Review a requested repository directory with CodeRabbit CLI --dir
-  - Identify security vulnerabilities and best practice violations
-  - Provide actionable fix suggestions with code examples
-  - Analyze code complexity and maintainability
-  - Review for performance optimizations
 ---
 
 # CodeRabbit Code Review Agent

@@ -0,0 +1,5 @@
+description = "Run CodeRabbit AI code review on your changes"
+prompt = """
+Activate the `code-review` skill and follow its workflow to review the current changes.
+Apply this requested scope or additional instruction when provided: {{args}}
+"""
@@ -0,0 +1,5 @@
+{
+  "name": "coderabbit",
+  "version": "1.2.0",
+  "description": "AI-powered code review and review-comment autofix, powered by CodeRabbit."
+}