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cleanup-unused

Identify and remove unused code, exports, files, and dependencies from a codebase.

Updated Aug 23, 2026
Search Tags:#code quality#dependency management#code cleanup#dead code detection#programming tools
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/raintree-technology/agent-starter --skill cleanup-unused-raintree-technology
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: cleanup-unused
Source: https://github.com/raintree-technology/agent-starter/tree/main/templates/.claude/skills/cleanup-unused
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/raintree-technology/agent-starter --skill cleanup-unused-raintree-technology

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill automates the process of identifying and removing unused code, exports, files, and dependencies, which helps maintain a clean and efficient codebase.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Detect Unused Code: Scans your codebase for unused code, exports, files, and dependencies.
  • Confidence Ratings: Provides confidence ratings for suggested deletions.
  • Automated Removal: Applies HIGH-confidence deletions automatically.
  • Critical Assessment: Writes a detailed report with human-readable analysis and recommendations.
  • Use Case: When you want to clean up a codebase, remove dead code, or find unused exports and dependencies.

Quick Start

Run the cleanup-unused skill to automatically detect and remove unused code in your current project.

Frequently Asked Questions about cleanup-unused

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

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How do I automatically detect and remove unused code and dependencies?▼

To automatically detect and remove unused code, you can run this skill to scan your codebase for unused exports, files, and dependencies, applying HIGH-confidence deletions automatically while generating a detailed report.

Can I automatically delete dead code without manually reviewing every file?▼

Yes, automated dead code deletion applies HIGH-confidence removals instantly, but it also generates a report with confidence ratings and recommendations for lower-confidence items requiring human assessment.

Does this code cleanup tool support multiple programming languages?▼

Yes, this unused code detection supports multiple programming languages, scanning across various codebases to identify unused exports, files, and dependencies regardless of the specific language framework.

Why does code cleanup require a clean git state before analysis?▼

Code cleanup requires a clean git state to ensure accurate analysis, allowing the tool to safely apply HIGH-confidence deletions and track automated changes without conflicting with uncommitted local modifications.

How does confidence rating work for unused dependency removal?▼

Confidence ratings evaluate the certainty of unused dependency removal suggestions; HIGH-confidence deletions are applied automatically, while lower-confidence items are detailed in a report for human review.

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