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npx skills add https://github.com/thejordanleopold/claude-code-skills-distilled --skill code-standards-thejordanleopold
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Skill: code-standards
Source: https://github.com/thejordanleopold/claude-code-skills-distilled/tree/main/code-standards
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/thejordanleopold/claude-code-skills-distilled --skill code-standards-thejordanleopold

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Code quality is often inconsistently applied; this guide provides clear, shareable standards to improve readability, maintainability, and safe evolution of a codebase.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Naming Standards and practices to improve clarity and reduce cognitive load.
  • Complexity thresholds, error handling, and testing expectations to prevent regressions.
  • Anti-pattern awareness, 2 Hats Rule, and verification checklists to guide safe refactoring and governance.

Quick Start

Adopt these standards in your code reviews and development process to elevate code quality.

Frequently Asked Questions about code-standards

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

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How do I enforce consistent code quality and naming conventions in pull requests?

Establish code review standards by checking naming conventions, complexity thresholds, and anti-patterns to ensure safe refactoring and prevent regressions across your codebase.

What are the best practices for safe code refactoring without introducing regressions?

Safe refactoring practices involve applying anti-pattern awareness, verification checklists, and explicit testing expectations to prevent regressions while evolving a production codebase.

How do I set complexity thresholds to reduce cognitive load in software engineering?

Complexity thresholds reduce cognitive load by setting strict limits on code structure, which improves clarity and prevents maintainability issues during code reviews.

Can I use these coding standards for architectural decisions and governance?

Yes, you can use these coding standards for architectural decisions and governance by applying the 2 Hats Rule and verification checklists to guide safe codebase evolution.

What should be included in a code review checklist to catch anti-patterns?

A code review checklist should include anti-pattern detection, naming convention validation, complexity threshold enforcement, and testing expectations to ensure production-quality standards.