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cpp-modernize

Modernizes legacy C++ code to idiomatic C++23 with cppreference citations.

Updated Aug 23, 2026
Search Tags:#education#refactoring#modernization#cpp#c++23#cppreference
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npx skills add https://github.com/stolyarchuk/copilot-skills --skill cpp-modernize
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Skill: cpp-modernize
Source: https://github.com/stolyarchuk/copilot-skills/tree/main/skills/cpp-modernize
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/stolyarchuk/copilot-skills --skill cpp-modernize

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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What problem does it solve?

The C++-modernize skill helps engineers convert legacy code to modern C++23 idioms, offering concise guidance, example snippets, and cppreference references to ensure correctness and clarity.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Clear guidelines for applying C++23 features (ranges, std::span, std::format, std::expected, concepts) to real code.
  • Self-contained, minimal examples that compile under C++23 and cite cppreference pages.
  • Toolchain-agnostic advice with trade-offs and safe, portable refactorings.

Quick Start

Provide a concise modernization plan with a minimal, compiling C++23 example for the given code.

Frequently Asked Questions about cpp-modernize

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I modernize legacy C++ code to use C++23 idioms?▼

Modernizing C++ code involves replacing legacy constructs with standard library facilities like ranges, std::span, and std::format. It provides concise, self-contained examples and cites cppreference pages to justify the safe, portable changes.

What C++23 features can I apply when refactoring legacy code?▼

Refactoring legacy code can utilize C++23 features such as ranges, std::span, std::format, std::expected, and concepts to replace outdated constructs with safe, portable, and idiomatic modern patterns.

Does C++ modernization require a specific compiler or toolchain?▼

C++ modernization follows a toolchain-agnostic approach, requiring minimal boilerplate and focusing on safe, portable refactorings that compile under C++23 without enforcing specific compiler dependencies.

How do I get a C++23 refactoring plan for an existing code snippet?▼

You can provide a concise modernization plan with a minimal, compiling C++23 example for the given code, covering typical refactoring scenarios and offering trade-offs for safe, portable modernization.

Why does modernizing C++ require referencing cppreference pages?▼

Referencing cppreference pages ensures correctness and clarity during C++ modernization by justifying the replacement of legacy constructs with standard library facilities and modern patterns.

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