Code Refactoring
Automates backend code improvements – simplifying logic, enhancing readability, and optimizing performance based on best practices.
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Run in terminal (recommended)
claude mcp add code-refactoring npx -- -y @trustedskills/code-refactoring
Or manually add to ~/.claude/settings.json
{
"mcpServers": {
"code-refactoring": {
"command": "npx",
"args": [
"-y",
"@trustedskills/code-refactoring"
]
}
}
}Requires Claude Code (claude CLI). Run claude --version to verify your install.
About This Skill
What it does
This skill enables AI agents to analyze and improve existing code by restructuring it for better readability, maintainability, and performance. It supports multiple programming languages and can identify redundant or inefficient patterns in code.
When to use it
- You need to simplify a complex function or module for easier maintenance.
- Your team wants to adopt new coding standards or best practices across an existing codebase.
- Performance bottlenecks are suspected, and you want to optimize without rewriting the entire system.
Key capabilities
- Code simplification and restructuring
- Detection of redundant or inefficient patterns
- Support for multiple programming languages
- Suggestion of improved code structure and readability
Example prompts
- "Refactor this Python function to make it more readable."
- "Optimize this JavaScript module for better performance."
- "Rewrite this C++ class using modern best practices."
Tips & gotchas
- Ensure the AI agent has access to the full codebase context for accurate refactoring.
- Review suggested changes carefully, as automated refactorings may not always align with project-specific conventions.
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