cpp-coding-standards

Enforce C++ Core Guidelines for safe, idiomatic C++17/20/23 code.

2|Updated May 11, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/himanshu231204/AI_Research_agent --skill cpp-coding-standards-himanshu231204
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: cpp-coding-standards
Source: https://github.com/himanshu231204/AI_Research_agent/tree/main/.opencode/skills/cpp-coding-standards
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/himanshu231204/AI_Research_agent --skill cpp-coding-standards-himanshu231204

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill eliminates the risk of inconsistent, unsafe, or legacy C++ code that causes hard-to-debug runtime errors, resource leaks, and high maintenance costs for C++ development teams.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • C++ Core Guidelines Enforcement: Implements rules from the official isocpp C++ Core Guidelines for C++17/20/23, covering RAII, type safety, immutability, and resource management.
  • Code Review & Refactoring Support: Provides actionable, rule-backed standards for reviewing existing codebases and refactoring legacy C++ to modern, safe idioms.
  • Use Case: A team building a high-performance C++ backend service can use this Skill to standardize smart pointer usage, eliminate raw new/delete calls, and enforce const-correctness across all contributions to reduce production crashes.

Quick Start

Use the cpp-coding-standards skill to review the attached C++ source file for compliance with modern C++ Core Guidelines, including RAII rules, const-correctness, and smart pointer usage.

Frequently Asked Questions about cpp-coding-standards

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

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How do I enforce C++ Core Guidelines for RAII and type safety during code review?

Enforce C++ Core Guidelines for RAII and type safety by applying rule-backed standards to review existing codebases, checking smart pointer usage and const-correctness to eliminate resource leaks and runtime errors.

What is the best way to refactor legacy C++ code to modern safe idioms?

Refactor legacy C++ code to modern safe idioms by replacing raw new/delete calls with RAII-based resource management and enforcing immutability by default, eliminating hard-to-debug runtime errors and high maintenance costs.

Does this C++ coding standards enforcement support C++20 and C++23 development workflows?

C++ coding standards enforcement supports C++17, C++20, and C++23 development workflows, applying official isocpp rules for new code writing, code review, legacy code refactoring, and architectural decision-making.

How do I standardize smart pointer usage and eliminate raw new/delete calls in a C++ backend service?

Standardize smart pointer usage in a C++ backend service by enforcing C++ Core Guidelines that eliminate raw new/delete calls, enforce const-correctness, and apply RAII-based resource management to reduce production crashes.

Why does inconsistent or legacy C++ code cause resource leaks and high maintenance costs?

Inconsistent or legacy C++ code causes resource leaks and high maintenance costs because it lacks RAII-based resource management, type safety enforcement, and immutability by default, leading to hard-to-debug runtime errors.

Can I use these C++ coding rules for architectural decision-making in high-performance projects?

Use these C++ coding rules for architectural decision-making in high-performance projects to ensure consistent interface design, immutability by default, and RAII-based resource management across all codebase contributions.