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refactor

Analyze code diffs and generate concise refactor plans.

Updated Aug 27, 2026
Search Tags:#automation#git#planning#maintainability#refactor#code-quality#diff-analysis
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/so-ota-biz/ai-agent-orchestration-settings --skill refactor-so-ota-biz
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: refactor
Source: https://github.com/so-ota-biz/ai-agent-orchestration-settings/tree/main/.agent/skills/refactor
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/so-ota-biz/ai-agent-orchestration-settings --skill refactor-so-ota-biz

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This skill specializes in code refactoring by analyzing diffs from local commits or pull requests to determine the necessity and scope of changes, ensuring improvements in readability, maintainability, and consistency with project conventions.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Analyze diffs from local commits or PRs to identify refactor candidates based on language/famework guidance and project conventions.
  • Generate a concise, approved refactor plan that prioritizes high-impact changes while preserving existing behavior.
  • Execute approved refactors in small, controlled steps, with validations (where available) to ensure safety and alignment with coding standards.

Quick Start

Use the refactor skill to evaluate the latest commit diff and propose a safe, minimal-change plan.

Frequently Asked Questions about refactor

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I analyze code diffs to plan a safe code refactor?▼

To plan a safe code refactor, analyze local commit or PR diffs to detect target languages and project conventions, generating a concise plan that prioritizes high-impact changes for readability and maintainability.

What's the best way to ensure a code refactor preserves existing behavior?▼

The best way to preserve behavior during a code refactor is applying a minimal-change approach that focuses on controlled steps, ensuring alignment with language-specific guidelines and project standards before execution.

Can I use git diff analysis to identify refactor candidates in a pull request?▼

Yes, you can analyze git diffs from pull requests to identify refactor candidates based on language and framework guidance, evaluating the necessity and scope of changes against project conventions.

Does automated refactor planning work with different programming languages and project conventions?▼

Automated refactor planning works across different programming languages by detecting target languages and project conventions within the diff, ensuring alignment with language-specific guidelines and project coding standards.

How do I execute approved refactors without breaking existing functionality?▼

Execute approved refactors in small, controlled steps with available validations to ensure safety and alignment with coding standards, maintaining a minimal-change approach to preserve existing behavior throughout the process.

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