better-result

Migrate try/catch and Promise rejections to Result-based error handling.

2|1|Updated Feb 16, 2026
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Skill: better-result
Source: https://github.com/pi-ohm/pi-ohm/tree/main/.pi/skills/better-result
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/pi-ohm/pi-ohm --skill better-result

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill helps developers migrate existing error handling patterns (like try/catch and Promise rejections) to a more robust and type-safe system using Result types, aligning with railway-oriented programming principles.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Migration Assistance: Guides the transformation of traditional error handling to Result-based patterns.
  • Pattern Transformation Examples: Demonstrates converting try/catch to Result.try, async/await to Result.tryPromise, and null checks to Result.
  • Use Case: Refactor a legacy Node.js service that uses extensive try/catch blocks to adopt a Result-based error handling strategy, improving code clarity and reducing runtime exceptions.

Quick Start

Use the better-result skill to migrate the provided try/catch block to use Result.try.

Frequently Asked Questions about better-result

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

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How do I migrate try/catch blocks to Result types in TypeScript?

You refactor existing try/catch blocks using `Result.try`, converting thrown exceptions into typed errors to achieve type-safe error handling and adopt railway-oriented programming patterns.

What is railway-oriented programming and how does it improve error handling?

Railway-oriented programming is a functional pattern where operations return explicit Result types representing success or failure, preventing uncaught exceptions and forcing developers to handle typed errors explicitly for more robust, predictable code execution.

Can I convert Promise rejections to Result types in async/await code?

Yes, you can convert Promise rejections to Result types using `Result.tryPromise`. This transforms asynchronous error handling by mapping rejected promises into typed errors, ensuring robust boundary checks in async/await code.

What is the best way to replace null checks with Result types?

The best way to replace null checks is to transform imperative checks into Result-based patterns. This migration analyzes code boundaries and provides transformation strategies, turning null checks into explicit success or failure tracks.

Does refactoring to Result types work for legacy Node.js services?

Yes, refactoring to Result types works for legacy Node.js services that use extensive try/catch blocks. The migration analyzes existing code for error categories and provides targeted transformation strategies for imperative checks and callback structures.