Refactoring Assistant
Automates code refactoring tasks like extracting methods, renaming variables, and simplifying complex logic in backend systems.
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Run in terminal (recommended)
claude mcp add refactoring-assistant npx -- -y @trustedskills/refactoring-assistant
Or manually add to ~/.claude/settings.json
{
"mcpServers": {
"refactoring-assistant": {
"command": "npx",
"args": [
"-y",
"@trustedskills/refactoring-assistant"
]
}
}
}Requires Claude Code (claude CLI). Run claude --version to verify your install.
About This Skill
What it does
The Refactoring Assistant skill helps developers improve existing codebases. It can suggest improvements to code structure, identify potential bugs, and automate repetitive refactoring tasks. This leads to more maintainable, readable, and efficient software.
When to use it
- You have a legacy codebase that needs modernization.
- You want to simplify complex functions or classes.
- You're preparing code for a new developer to understand.
- You need help identifying and fixing potential performance bottlenecks in existing code.
Key capabilities
- Code structure suggestions
- Bug identification
- Automated refactoring tasks
Example prompts
- "Refactor this function to improve readability: [code snippet]"
- "Suggest improvements for the following class: [class definition]"
- "Identify any potential bugs in this code block: [code block]"
Tips & gotchas
The skill's effectiveness depends on providing clear and well-formatted code snippets. Ensure you provide enough context for accurate refactoring suggestions.
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