# reverse-engineer

> Reverse engineers binary formats or code using appropriate CLI tools for the job.

- Author: Juho Karenko
- Repository: jkarenko/.claude-tools
- Version: 20260124134710
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- Last Updated: 2026-02-06
- Source: https://github.com/jkarenko/.claude-tools
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name: reverse-engineer
description: Reverse engineers binary formats or code using appropriate CLI tools for the job."
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When reverse engineering, do the following:

1. **Get a sample of the binary format or code**: Use the appropriate CLI tool for the job, cat may be sufficient for initial inspection if the raw binaty gives some context.
2. **Ask user about what we are trying to achieve**: This will help us understand the context of the binary format or code and what should be the next step.
3. **Use the appropriate CLI tool for the job**: Use the appropriate CLI tool for the job to explore the binary code, decompile the code or map out the binary format of a file.
4. **Ask user for feedback**: Ask user for feedback on the results of the CLI tool and what should be the next step.
5. **Repeat the process**: Repeat the process until the user is satisfied with the results.