Code Refactoring
Automates Python code refactoring within baz-scm repositories, improving readability and maintainability based on defined style guides.
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Run in terminal (recommended)
claude mcp add baz-scm-code-refactoring npx -- -y @trustedskills/baz-scm-code-refactoring
Or manually add to ~/.claude/settings.json
{
"mcpServers": {
"baz-scm-code-refactoring": {
"command": "npx",
"args": [
"-y",
"@trustedskills/baz-scm-code-refactoring"
]
}
}
}Requires Claude Code (claude CLI). Run claude --version to verify your install.
About This Skill
What it does
This skill automatically refactors existing code to improve readability and maintainability. It can identify areas of duplication, simplify complex logic, and apply common design patterns. The goal is to produce cleaner, more efficient code while preserving functionality.
When to use it
- Legacy Codebases: Refactor older code that has become difficult to understand or modify.
- Code Reviews: Use the skill to suggest improvements during code review processes.
- Technical Debt Reduction: Address accumulated technical debt by systematically improving code quality.
- Onboarding New Developers: Help new team members quickly grasp complex codebases through automated refactoring.
Key capabilities
- Automated code refactoring
- Identification of duplicate code blocks
- Simplification of complex logic
- Application of design patterns
Example prompts
- "Refactor this function to improve readability." (followed by providing the function's code)
- "Suggest improvements for this class, focusing on reducing complexity." (followed by providing the class definition)
- “Identify and eliminate duplicate code in this file.” (followed by providing the filename)
Tips & gotchas
The skill requires access to the codebase being refactored. Review the changes carefully after execution, as automated refactoring may not always produce ideal results without human oversight.
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