java-chunker

Split large Java source files at class and method boundaries with structured chunk metadata.

Updated Apr 4, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/Vikaskanturi/java_to_python_migration_agent --skill java-chunker
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: java-chunker
Source: https://github.com/Vikaskanturi/java_to_python_migration_agent/tree/main/skills_extracted/java-chunker
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/Vikaskanturi/java_to_python_migration_agent --skill java-chunker

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Large Java source files often exceed LLM context limits and lose important class or method-level context when naively truncated. This Skill splits Java files at semantic boundaries and preserves class headers so each piece remains self-contained and meaningful for downstream migration, validation, test generation, and documentation agents.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Semantic Chunking: Split at class and method boundaries, never inside a method body, and prepend the class header (package, imports, class signature) to every chunk so chunks are context-aware.
  • Structured Output: Return per-chunk metadata (chunk index, total chunks, class name, file path) so agents can track piecewise translations and reassemble results.
  • Prompt & File Utilities: Load and validate prompt templates with required variables, convert Java paths and CamelCase names to Python module paths, parse Maven/Gradle dependencies, and read/write project files safely.
  • Use Cases: Migrate very large Java classes to idiomatic Python without losing semantics, enable per-chunk validation and test generation, and support prompt building for multilingual agents.

Quick Start

Chunk the large Java source file into context-preserving pieces that include the class header and fit within a 3000-token model context.

Frequently Asked Questions about java-chunker

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I split large Java files for LLM processing without losing class context?

Split large Java files for LLM processing by breaking them at semantic boundaries like class and method levels. The chunker preserves class headers, including package and import statements, prepending them to every chunk to maintain full context for downstream migration tasks.

How do I chunk Java source code to fit within LLM context limits for code migration?

Chunk Java source code for code migration by targeting an approximate maximum token size per chunk. The tool splits files at method and class boundaries, ensuring no method body is truncated, and returns structured metadata like chunk index and total chunks for reassembly.

Can I use semantic chunking for Java files to generate tests per method?

Yes, semantic chunking for Java files supports per-chunk validation and test generation. By splitting source files into self-contained pieces that include class signatures and metadata, agents can process individual methods without losing the surrounding class structure.

What is the best way to prepare large Java classes for multilingual prompt building?

Prepare large Java classes for multilingual prompt building by splitting them into context-aware chunks. This approach loads and validates prompt templates with required variables, converting Java paths and CamelCase names to Python module paths for translation agents.

Does Java file chunking preserve Maven and Gradle dependency information?

Java file chunking preserves semantic context by prepending class headers to each chunk, while separate file utilities parse Maven and Gradle dependencies. This ensures dependency metadata remains accessible for downstream migration and validation workflows.

Why does naively truncating Java code cause problems for LLM translation agents?

Naively truncating Java code breaks method bodies and strips class headers, causing LLM translation agents to lose semantic context. Semantic chunking solves this by splitting only at class and method boundaries and reattaching package, import, and class signature data to each chunk.