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Refactor Safely

Plan and execute dependency-aware refactors with dead-code elimination and rename propagation.

Updated Aug 27, 2026
Search Tags:#tooling#safety#quality#refactor#software-engineering#dependency-analysis#code-refactor
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/WannaCry081/React-Workflow-Starter --skill refactor-safely-wannacry081
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Skill: Refactor Safely
Source: https://github.com/WannaCry081/React-Workflow-Starter/tree/main/.agents/skills/refactor-safely
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/WannaCry081/React-Workflow-Starter --skill refactor-safely-wannacry081

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Plan and execute refactors safely by analyzing dependencies to minimize risk and regressions.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Use refactor_tool with mode="suggest" to obtain community-driven refactoring ideas and safer edits.
  • Use refactor_tool with mode="dead_code" to identify unreferenced code for cleanup.
  • Use refactor_tool with mode="rename" to preview all affected locations before applying changes.
  • Use apply_refactor_tool with the refactor_id to apply renames.
  • After changes, run detect_changes to verify the refactoring impact.

Quick Start

Plan and perform a dependency-aware refactor on your codebase with a single, clear instruction.

Frequently Asked Questions about Refactor Safely

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

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How do I safely refactor code without introducing regressions?▼

Safe refactoring without regressions requires dependency analysis to preview changes before applying them. You can use suggest mode for safer edits, rename mode to preview affected locations, and a final detect_changes pass to verify the refactoring impact and preserve behavior.

What is dependency analysis for code refactoring?▼

Dependency analysis for code refactoring examines how components reference each other to minimize risk during modifications. It enables safe rename propagation across components, identifies unreferenced code for dead-code elimination, and generates refactoring suggestions.

How do I find and remove dead code in my codebase?▼

To find and remove dead code, run the refactor_tool with mode set to dead_code. This identifies unreferenced code across your codebase for safe cleanup, and you can then apply the changes and run detect_changes to verify the impact.

Can I preview all affected locations before renaming a component?▼

Yes, you can preview all affected locations before renaming a component by using the refactor_tool with mode set to rename. After previewing, use apply_refactor_tool with the specific refactor_id to apply the renames safely.

What's the best way to verify code changes after a software refactor?▼

The best way to verify code changes after a software refactor is running a detect_changes pass. This detects the refactoring impact on your codebase, confirming that the safe edits, dead-code elimination, or rename propagation preserved behavior.

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