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idea-refactor

Cross-reference ideas.txt against project files to classify backlog ideas.

11|1|Updated Feb 25, 2026
Search Tags:#automation#codebase#analysis#refactor#backlog#project-management#idea
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/dnviti/arsenale --skill idea-refactor
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: idea-refactor
Source: https://github.com/dnviti/arsenale/tree/main/.claude/skills/idea-refactor
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/dnviti/arsenale --skill idea-refactor

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

The skill helps maintain backlog ideas in sync with the current codebase by evaluating ideas.txt against the live project state and guiding updates to reflect architectural changes and feature evolutions.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Idea-synced analysis: Compare backlog ideas against codebase, tests, and documentation to identify stale or outdated items.
  • Impact assessment: Determine if ideas are REDUNDANT, DUPLICATE, NEEDS UPDATE, or OBSOLETE based on current projects and tasks.
  • Structured recommendations: Propose concrete edits to ideas.txt and suggest disapproval actions via /idea-disapprove, preserving original content integrity.

Quick Start

Load ideas and run the refactor analysis to see suggested changes.

Frequently Asked Questions about idea-refactor

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I align my project backlog ideas with the current codebase?▼

Align backlog ideas with the codebase by cross-referencing an ideas.txt file against project files, tests, and task records to classify items as REDUNDANT, DUPLICATE, NEEDS UPDATE, or OBSOLETE based on the live project state.

What is the best way to identify stale ideas in a project backlog?▼

Identify stale ideas by running a refactor analysis that evaluates backlog entries against current architecture and feature evolutions, then proposes concrete edits to preserve content integrity while flagging outdated items.

How does backlog idea classification work during codebase refactoring?▼

Backlog idea classification works by comparing ideas.txt against live project files and tests, sorting entries into REDUNDANT, DUPLICATE, NEEDS UPDATE, or OBSOLETE categories, and suggesting disapproval actions for obsolete items.

Can I automate project governance by syncing ideas with task records?▼

Automate project governance by cross-referencing ideas.txt with task records and project files to assess architectural changes, requiring user confirmation before applying any structured recommendations to the backlog.

Will backlog refactoring modify my original task lists or ideas file?▼

Backlog refactoring avoids modifying original task lists directly and requires user confirmation before applying edits, preserving original content integrity while suggesting updates via disapproval actions.

When should I run a backlog refactor analysis for project maintenance?▼

Run a backlog refactor analysis during maintenance planning or architecture evolution to ensure ideas.txt reflects current codebase features, preventing stale or duplicate backlog items from accumulating.

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