Code Refactoring Dry
Automates DRY code refactoring in Python/Java backends, reducing duplication and improving maintainability using aspiers' AI.
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Run in terminal (recommended)
claude mcp add code-refactoring-dry npx -- -y @trustedskills/code-refactoring-dry
Or manually add to ~/.claude/settings.json
{
"mcpServers": {
"code-refactoring-dry": {
"command": "npx",
"args": [
"-y",
"@trustedskills/code-refactoring-dry"
]
}
}
}Requires Claude Code (claude CLI). Run claude --version to verify your install.
About This Skill
What it does
This skill helps refactor existing code to adhere to the "Don't Repeat Yourself" (DRY) principle. It identifies duplicated code blocks and suggests ways to consolidate them into reusable functions or modules, improving maintainability and reducing redundancy. The agent can apply these changes directly or present suggestions for review before implementation.
When to use it
- Legacy Codebases: Refactor large, established codebases where duplication is common.
- Code Reviews: Assist in identifying areas of repetitive code during code reviews.
- New Feature Development: Ensure new features are implemented without introducing further redundancy.
- Technical Debt Reduction: Systematically address and reduce technical debt related to duplicated code.
Key capabilities
- Identifies duplicated code blocks.
- Suggests consolidation into reusable functions/modules.
- Can apply refactoring changes directly (with caution).
- Presents suggested changes for review.
Example prompts
- "Refactor this function to remove duplicate logic." [followed by the function's code]
- "Find and suggest DRY improvements in this file." [followed by the filename]
- "Can you identify any repeated patterns in this codebase?" [followed by a description of the codebase]
Tips & gotchas
The skill is most effective when provided with well-formatted, readable code. Large or complex files may require more careful review of suggested changes before implementation to avoid introducing errors.
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