idiomatic-rust

Refactor C-style Rust code into idiomatic patterns with newtypes and enums.

29|4|Updated Dec 2, 2025
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Skill: idiomatic-rust
Source: https://github.com/bearcove/pikru/tree/main/.claude/skills/idiomatic-rust
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/bearcove/pikru --skill idiomatic-rust

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Rust port of C code emphasizes idiomatic Rust patterns. Do not write C in Rust; the goal is correct behavior and safe interfaces rather than literal line-by-line translation.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Prefer data-driven designs by putting behavior with data via methods on structs.
  • Use newtypes to encode domain concepts and prevent type confusion.
  • Prefer methods over standalone functions to improve readability and IDE support.
  • Use enums instead of boolean flags to improve self-documentation and safety.
  • Porting C code should preserve behavior while adopting idiomatic Rust techniques.

Quick Start

Review or port a C-inspired Rust module using idiomatic patterns to replace boolean flags and improve type safety.

Frequently Asked Questions about idiomatic-rust

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

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How do I port C code to Rust without just writing C in Rust?

Porting C code to Rust should prioritize correct behavior and safe interfaces rather than literal line-by-line translation. You achieve this by applying idiomatic Rust patterns like data-driven design and newtypes to replace C-style structures.

What is the best way to convert boolean flags in C code to safe Rust types?

Converting boolean flags to safe Rust types involves replacing them with explicit enums. This refactoring technique improves self-documentation and safety by making each state a distinct variant rather than relying on ambiguous true or false values.

How do I use Rust newtypes to prevent type confusion when porting C?

Rust newtypes encode domain concepts by wrapping primitive types in distinct structs, preventing type confusion. This pattern is essential when refactoring C logic to ensure domain boundaries are enforced at compile time.

Why prefer methods on structs over standalone functions for idiomatic Rust?

Preferring methods on structs over standalone functions places behavior directly with data, creating a data-driven design. This idiomatic Rust pattern improves readability and IDE support while replacing disconnected C-style function interfaces.

Can I refactor C-style Rust interfaces to be safe without changing behavior?

Refactoring C-style Rust interfaces to be safe can preserve original behavior by adopting idiomatic Rust techniques. You replace unsafe patterns with newtypes and enums while ensuring the underlying logic remains functionally identical.

What are the limitations of literal C to Rust code translation?

Literal C to Rust translation limits code quality by ignoring Rust safety features and producing non-idiomatic interfaces. Without adopting data-driven design and explicit types, the ported code remains structurally C while merely using Rust syntax.