python-refactoring

Identifies Python modules, functions, and classes exceeding size thresholds and suggests refactoring.

4|1|Updated Dec 13, 2025
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npx skills add https://github.com/jr2804/mcp-config-converter --skill python-refactoring
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Skill: python-refactoring
Source: https://github.com/jr2804/mcp-config-converter/tree/main/.claude/skills/development/python_refactoring
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/jr2804/mcp-config-converter --skill python-refactoring

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill provides clear guidelines and triggers for refactoring Python code, helping to improve maintainability, readability, and adherence to best practices by addressing code size and complexity.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Module Size Thresholds: Identifies when Python files exceed 250 lines and suggests splitting or extracting functions.
  • Function Size Thresholds: Flags functions over 75 lines and recommends decomposition.
  • Class Size Thresholds: Guides refactoring for classes exceeding 200 lines, emphasizing Single Responsibility Principle (SRP) and composition.
  • Use Case: When a Python module grows too large, this skill helps you decide whether to break it into smaller modules or extract specific functionalities into separate functions, making the codebase easier to manage.

Quick Start

Use the python-refactoring skill to refactor a Python function that is over 75 lines long.

Frequently Asked Questions about python-refactoring

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

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How do I refactor a large Python module to improve maintainability?

To refactor large Python modules, split files exceeding 250 lines into smaller modules or extract specific functionalities into separate functions. This reduces complexity and improves code maintainability by enforcing module size limits.

When should I split up a long Python function?

You should split a Python function when it exceeds 75 lines. Decomposing long functions through extraction improves readability and maintainability, making the codebase easier to manage and test.

What is the best way to handle a Python class that exceeds 200 lines?

The best way to handle a Python class over 200 lines is refactoring using the Single Responsibility Principle. You should divide the class into smaller classes or use composition to reduce class size and complexity.

Does Python refactoring help with the Single Responsibility Principle?

Python refactoring helps with the Single Responsibility Principle by providing guidelines to split large classes and modules. It triggers refactoring when classes exceed 200 lines, ensuring components have only one reason to change.

How do I reduce Python code complexity in large projects?

Reduce Python code complexity by applying structured module, function, and class size thresholds. Splitting files over 250 lines and decomposing functions over 75 lines makes large projects easier to manage and maintain.

What are the size limits for refactoring Python code?

The size limits for refactoring Python code are 250 lines for modules, 75 lines for functions, and 200 lines for classes. Exceeding these thresholds triggers suggestions to split files, extract functions, or apply the Single Responsibility Principle.