refactor-plan-writer

Generate prioritized refactoring roadmaps from codebase summaries.

17|45|Updated Jan 23, 2026

Search Tags:#automation #roadmap #complexity #refactor #code-analysis #software-engineering #code-smells

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npx skills add https://github.com/XSpoonAi/spoon-awesome-skill --skill refactor-plan-writer

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Skill: refactor-plan-writer
Source: https://github.com/XSpoonAi/spoon-awesome-skill/tree/main/enterprise-skills/refactor-plan-writer
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/XSpoonAi/spoon-awesome-skill --skill refactor-plan-writer

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

Suggest refactor plans given a codebase summary. Analyzes code structure and proposes concrete refactoring strategies for code quality improvements.

Core Features & Use Cases

Priority-Based Planning: Organize tasks by impact and priority
Complexity Analysis: Identify functions and modules needing refactoring
Effort Estimation: Estimate low/medium/high effort for each task
Duplication Detection: Flag repeated code patterns
Markdown Export: Generate refactoring roadmap documents

Quick Start

Run the demo mode to see a complete example by executing python3 scripts/main.py --demo.

Frequently Asked Questions about refactor-plan-writer

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

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How do I create a prioritized refactoring plan for a legacy codebase?▼

You can generate a refactoring plan by providing a codebase summary to this Skill, which analyzes code structure, detects smells, and estimates effort. It outputs a structured markdown roadmap prioritizing tasks by impact and complexity.

What is the best way to estimate effort for reducing code duplication?▼

The best way to estimate effort for reducing code duplication is to use a refactoring planner that flags repeated code patterns and assigns low, medium, or high effort estimates to each task, organizing them into a structured roadmap.

Can I identify code smells and high-complexity modules from a codebase summary?▼

Yes, you can identify code smells and high-complexity modules from a codebase summary. This Skill analyzes code structure to detect smells and pinpoint functions and modules needing refactoring, allowing you to target high-impact areas.

Does this refactoring planner work for evolving software engineering projects?▼

Yes, this refactoring planner works for both legacy and evolving software engineering projects. It applies complexity analysis and duplication detection to your codebase summary to propose concrete refactoring strategies for continuous quality improvement.

How do I document proposed code refactors and export a roadmap?▼

To document proposed code refactors and export a roadmap, this Skill generates a markdown document outlining the prioritized tasks, effort estimates, and refactoring strategies, providing a clear roadmap for your development team.