pact-coding-standards

Standardize coding practices for SRP, DRY, KISS, and error handling.

71|14|Updated Jun 26, 2025
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/Synaptic-Labs-AI/PACT-Plugin --skill pact-coding-standards-synaptic-labs-ai
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Skill: pact-coding-standards
Source: https://github.com/Synaptic-Labs-AI/PACT-Plugin/tree/main/pact-plugin/skills/pact-coding-standards
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/Synaptic-Labs-AI/PACT-Plugin --skill pact-coding-standards-synaptic-labs-ai

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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What problem does it solve?

Clean code principles, error handling patterns, and coding standards for PACT Code phase. This guidance helps teams implement features, refactor code, and review code quality, establishing coding conventions and robust error handling practices.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Clear separation of concerns via Single Responsibility Principle (SRP) and modular design.
  • DRY, KISS, and defensive programming to reduce risk and improve readability.
  • Consistent naming conventions, structured error handling, and comprehensive logging guidelines.

Quick Start

Apply these coding standards to your Code phase tasks to improve maintainability, readability, and robustness.

Frequently Asked Questions about pact-coding-standards

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

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How do I apply clean code standards to reduce defects and improve maintainability during feature development?

Defensive programming reduces risk by adding guardrails for edge cases and unexpected inputs. This guide provides patterns to implement defensive programming alongside structured error handling and comprehensive logging guidelines for robust software.

What's the best way to structure error handling and logging conventions for team code reviews?

Error handling and logging conventions for code reviews are standardized through structured patterns and comprehensive guidelines. This ensures code quality, consistency, and readability while establishing robust error handling practices across teams.

How do I enforce the Single Responsibility Principle (SRP) when refactoring existing modules?

Enforce SRP during refactoring by applying clear separation of concerns and modular design patterns. This guide supports refactoring tasks by providing actionable patterns to improve maintainability and readability.

Can I use these coding standards for both new feature development and legacy code refactoring?

Yes, these coding standards support both new feature development and legacy code refactoring. This guidance helps teams implement features, refactor code, and review code quality by establishing coding conventions and robust error handling practices.

Why does defensive programming matter for consistent naming and modular design?

Defensive programming matters because it reduces risk and improves readability alongside DRY and KISS principles. Applying consistent naming conventions and modular design ensures code quality and readability across your software.