react-effects-audit

Audit React components for 9 common useEffect anti-patterns with severity levels and fixes.

22|3|Updated Jan 10, 2026
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Skill: react-effects-audit
Source: https://github.com/fusengine/agents/tree/main/plugins/ai-pilot/skills/react-effects-audit
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/fusengine/agents --skill react-effects-audit

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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What problem does it solve?

This Skill identifies and helps fix common anti-patterns in React's useEffect hook, preventing bugs, performance issues, and improving code quality.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Detects 9 useEffect Anti-Patterns: From derived state to missing cleanup, it covers common pitfalls.
  • Proposes Fixes: Offers concrete code examples to resolve detected issues.
  • Severity Levels: Flags issues as CRITICAL, WARNING, or INFO to prioritize fixes.
  • Use Case: A developer notices their React application feels sluggish or has unexpected behavior. They run this Skill on their components to pinpoint problematic useEffect hooks and get actionable advice on how to refactor them.

Quick Start

Run the react-effects-audit skill on the src/components directory to find and report on useEffect anti-patterns.

Frequently Asked Questions about react-effects-audit

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

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How do I audit React useEffect hooks for anti-patterns?

To audit React useEffect hooks, this Skill analyzes component code using grep detection rules and context analysis to identify 9 common anti-patterns. It provides severity levels and suggested fixes to improve your application's performance and stability.

What are common useEffect anti-patterns that cause React performance issues?

Common useEffect anti-patterns include derived state, effect chains, and missing cleanup. These issues cause unnecessary re-renders and unexpected behavior, which this audit detects and flags with severity levels to help prioritize your refactoring.

How do I fix a useEffect chain or derived state in my React components?

To fix useEffect chains or derived state, this Skill proposes concrete code examples and actionable refactoring advice. It analyzes the context of the detected issue to suggest the appropriate fix for your specific component structure.

Can I run a useEffect audit on my entire React components directory?

Yes, you can run this useEffect audit on your src/components directory. The Skill analyzes your codebase to pinpoint problematic useEffect hooks and reports findings with CRITICAL, WARNING, or INFO severity levels.

Why does my React app feel sluggish and how do I find the problematic useEffect?

A sluggish React app often stems from problematic useEffect hooks causing unnecessary re-renders. This Skill audits your components to pinpoint these exact issues and provides actionable advice on how to refactor them for better performance.