pseudocode-extractor

Extract language-agnostic pseudocode from source code at adjustable abstraction levels.

1|2|Updated Mar 10, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/santosomar/general-secure-coding-agent-skills --skill pseudocode-extractor-santosomar
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Skill: pseudocode-extractor
Source: https://github.com/santosomar/general-secure-coding-agent-skills/tree/main/skills/code-analysis/pseudocode-extractor
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/santosomar/general-secure-coding-agent-skills --skill pseudocode-extractor-santosomar

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill transforms complex source code into clear, language-agnostic pseudocode, making algorithms understandable and portable.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Algorithm Clarity: Strips away language-specific syntax, boilerplate, and machinery to reveal the core logic.
  • Abstraction Control: Allows selection of high, medium, or low-level pseudocode for different audiences.
  • Use Case: Documenting a novel algorithm for a research paper, explaining a complex function to a non-developer, or preparing code for porting to a different programming language.

Quick Start

Use the pseudocode extractor skill to convert the provided Python code into medium-abstraction-level pseudocode.

Frequently Asked Questions about pseudocode-extractor

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

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How do I convert source code into pseudocode for algorithm documentation?

To convert source code into pseudocode, you extract language-agnostic algorithmic structure while removing syntax noise. This process focuses on core control flow and data transformations, stripping error handling, logging, and type annotations unless they are algorithmically relevant.

What is language-agnostic pseudocode extraction and when do I need it?

Language-agnostic pseudocode extraction distills code to its algorithmic essence by removing language-specific machinery. You need this process when documenting a novel algorithm for a research paper, explaining a complex function to a non-developer, or preparing code for porting to a different programming language.

Can I control the abstraction level when transforming code into pseudocode?

Yes, you can control the abstraction level when transforming code into pseudocode. The extraction process supports adjustable high, medium, and low abstraction levels, allowing you to tailor the output for diverse documentation needs and different target audiences.

What is the best way to document an algorithm for porting to a different programming language?

The best way to document an algorithm for porting is to extract language-agnostic pseudocode that preserves algorithmic structure while stripping syntax noise. This abstraction removes type annotations and error handling, revealing the core control flow and data transformations needed for accurate translation.

Does pseudocode extraction preserve error handling and type annotations from the original source code?

Pseudocode extraction does not preserve error handling, logging, or type annotations from the original source code. It strips these language-specific elements unless they are directly algorithmically relevant, focusing instead on core control flow and data transformations.