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coupling-analysis

Analyze codebase coupling using Integration Strength, Distance, and Volatility.

1|Updated Feb 26, 2026
Search Tags:#architecture#code analysis#refactoring#dependencies#modularity#coupling
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npx skills add https://github.com/Matheusrlr/payment-orchestrator --skill coupling-analysis-matheusrlr
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Skill: coupling-analysis
Source: https://github.com/Matheusrlr/payment-orchestrator/tree/main/skills-catalog/skills/%28architecture%29/coupling-analysis
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/Matheusrlr/payment-orchestrator --skill coupling-analysis-matheusrlr

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill helps you understand and improve the architectural quality of your codebase by analyzing the dependencies between its modules, identifying problematic coupling, and providing recommendations for better modularity.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Coupling Analysis: Evaluates dependencies using a three-dimensional model (Integration Strength, Distance, Volatility).
  • Dependency Mapping: Visualizes the relationships and flow of knowledge between modules.
  • Modularity Improvement: Identifies areas for refactoring, extraction, or merging to enhance design.
  • Use Case: A development team is experiencing cascading failures after minor changes. This Skill can pinpoint the exact modules causing this fragility and suggest how to decouple them.

Quick Start

Analyze the coupling in the 'payment-orchestrator' codebase.

Frequently Asked Questions about coupling-analysis

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

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How do I analyze codebase coupling to fix cascading failures?▼

To analyze codebase coupling and fix cascading failures, evaluate dependencies using a three-dimensional model: Integration Strength, Distance, and Volatility. This identifies problematic dependencies and pinpoints exact modules causing architectural fragility.

What is codebase coupling and how does it impact modularity?▼

Codebase coupling is the degree of dependency between modules, directly impacting modularity and design balance. High coupling causes minor changes to trigger cascading failures, severely degrading overall architectural quality.

How do I identify problematic dependencies for refactoring?▼

You identify problematic dependencies for refactoring by mapping the relationships and flow of knowledge between modules. Analyzing integration strength highlights areas requiring extraction or merging to enhance modularity and balance design.

Can I use a three-dimensional model to assess architectural quality?▼

Yes, you can use a three-dimensional model to assess architectural quality by measuring Integration Strength, Distance, and Volatility. This framework evaluates dependencies to provide recommendations for improving modularity and balancing design.

What is the best way to balance codebase dependencies?▼

The best way to balance codebase dependencies is using a dimensional model to find problematic coupling and assess integration strength between modules. This approach provides targeted recommendations for refactoring, extraction, or merging to enhance modularity.

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