clean-code

Review and refactor code using Robert C. Martin's Clean Code principles.

Updated Mar 7, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/involvex/llms-remote --skill clean-code-involvex
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Skill: clean-code
Source: https://github.com/involvex/llms-remote/tree/main/.agents/skills/clean-code
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/involvex/llms-remote --skill clean-code-involvex

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill helps developers write higher-quality, more readable, and maintainable code by enforcing the principles of "Clean Code" as defined by Robert C. Martin.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Code Quality Improvement: Ensures code adheres to best practices for naming, functions, comments, formatting, and error handling.
  • Refactoring Guidance: Provides a checklist and principles to identify and eliminate code smells.
  • Use Case: When writing a new complex function, use this skill to review your naming conventions, function length, and argument count to ensure it's clean and understandable.

Quick Start

Apply clean code principles to the provided Python function to improve its readability and maintainability.

Frequently Asked Questions about clean-code

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

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How do I improve code readability and maintainability when refactoring?

To improve code readability, apply Clean Code principles focusing on meaningful naming, small functions, minimal arguments, and proper formatting to eliminate code smells like rigidity and fragility.

What are the best practices for writing clean functions and handling errors?

Best practices for clean functions include keeping them small, ensuring they do one thing, minimizing argument counts, and implementing robust error handling without obscuring logical flow.

How can I identify and eliminate code smells like fragility and immobility?

Identify code smells like fragility and immobility by checking for rigidity in structure and poor separation of concerns, then eliminate them using refactoring guidelines for objects, classes, and functions.

Does the clean code approach apply to reviewing existing codebases?

Yes, the clean code approach applies to reviewing existing codebases by providing a checklist of principles to evaluate comments, formatting, and class design, ensuring existing code meets quality standards.

When should I refactor my code to follow clean code principles?

You should refactor to follow clean code principles when your codebase exhibits code smells, becomes difficult to maintain, or when writing new complex functions that require strict adherence to naming and formatting guidelines.