---
title: "SAST Rule Compiler for Semgrep"
description: "Compiles and validates custom Semgrep SAST rules using the semgrep-core engine. Tests pattern matching against sample codebases and generates rule performance benchmarks with p/ci rulesets."
verification: "security_reviewed"
source: "https://github.com/semgrep/semgrep"
category:
  - "Security & Verification"
framework:
  - "Codex"
tool_ecosystem:
  github_repo: "semgrep/semgrep"
  github_stars: 14802
---

# SAST Rule Compiler for Semgrep

Compiles and validates custom Semgrep SAST rules using the semgrep-core engine. Tests pattern matching against sample codebases and generates rule performance benchmarks with p/ci rulesets.

## 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/sast-rule-compiler-semgrep/)