m15-anti-pattern

Identify and remediate Rust anti-patterns in code reviews.

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One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/actionbook/rust-skills --skill m15-anti-pattern-actionbook
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Skill: m15-anti-pattern
Source: https://github.com/actionbook/rust-skills/tree/main/skills/m15-anti-pattern
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/actionbook/rust-skills --skill m15-anti-pattern-actionbook

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This skill helps reviewers identify and remediate Rust anti-patterns in codebases, enabling faster improvements during reviews.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Anti-pattern catalog: common Rust mistakes (clone everywhere, unwrap in production) and their idiomatic alternatives.
  • Guided refactors: concrete suggestions with justification and minimal intrusion.
  • Review prompts: structured questions to surface design vs implementation issues.

Quick Start

To start the review assistant, ask it to scan a Rust file for anti-patterns and propose idiomatic fixes.

Frequently Asked Questions about m15-anti-pattern

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

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What are common Rust anti-patterns I should look for during a code review?

Identifying Rust anti-patterns during code reviews involves spotting excessive cloning and unwrap usage in production. The review process provides a structured mapping of these mistakes to idiomatic alternatives, enabling faster improvements with minimal intrusion.

How do I refactor Rust code to be more idiomatic?

To refactor Rust code idiomatically, scan your file to identify anti-patterns and apply concrete suggestions with justification. This guided refactor approach proposes idiomatic alternatives with minimal intrusion, ensuring code improvements are well-reasoned and structured.

Can I get structured review prompts to assess Rust architecture and design?

Yes, structured review prompts provide targeted questions to surface design versus implementation issues during Rust architecture assessment. These prompts guide engineers through code reviews and refactoring planning to evaluate architectural decisions effectively.

Does this approach support planning refactors for an existing Rust codebase?

Yes, the approach supports refactoring planning by mapping identified Rust anti-patterns to idiomatic alternatives with concrete examples. Engineers can use these structured suggestions to plan minimal intrusion refactors and remediate codebase issues effectively.

When should I avoid using unwrap in production Rust code?

You should avoid using unwrap in production Rust code because it is an identified anti-pattern that risks panics. The remediation process proposes idiomatic alternatives to unwrap, ensuring safer error handling and more robust production code architecture.