Ask Python Refactor
Helps with Python, refactoring as part of developing backend services and APIs workflows.
Install on your platform
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Run in terminal (recommended)
claude mcp add ask-python-refactor npx -- -y @trustedskills/ask-python-refactor
Or manually add to ~/.claude/settings.json
{
"mcpServers": {
"ask-python-refactor": {
"command": "npx",
"args": [
"-y",
"@trustedskills/ask-python-refactor"
]
}
}
}Requires Claude Code (claude CLI). Run claude --version to verify your install.
About This Skill
What it does
This skill helps you refactor Python code. It can analyze existing Python code and suggest improvements for readability, efficiency, or adherence to best practices. The agent will provide revised code snippets based on your instructions, aiming to enhance the quality of your codebase.
When to use it
- You have a block of Python code that is difficult to understand.
- You want to improve the performance of a specific function in your Python application.
- You need help adhering to PEP 8 style guidelines for your Python project.
- You are refactoring legacy code and need assistance modernizing it.
Key capabilities
- Code analysis
- Refactoring suggestions
- PEP 8 compliance checks
- Code optimization
Example prompts
- "Refactor this Python function to be more readable: [paste code]"
- "Can you optimize this Python loop for better performance? [paste code]"
- "Please refactor this code snippet to adhere to PEP 8 guidelines: [paste code]"
Tips & gotchas
The skill requires the agent to have access to the Python code that needs refactoring. Providing clear and specific instructions will yield more accurate and helpful results.
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