review-and-refactor

To refactor code against engineering guidelines, this Skill reviews repository files and applies targeted improvements based on instructions defined in `.github/copilot-instructions.md`. It ensures maintainability by preserving the existing file structure while making clarity improvements.

Maintainability-first refactoring improves code clarity and cleanliness without altering existing file structures. You need it for long-lived codebases that require ongoing maintenance and strict adherence to team standards across existing modules to reduce technical debt.

Code refactoring preserves your existing file structure entirely and verifies that project tests still pass. It focuses on making maintainable improvements within the current modules rather than reorganizing your project layout or modifying test suites.

To set up engineering guidelines for automated code review, define your team's coding standards in `.github/instructions/*.md` and `.github/copilot-instructions.md` files. The Skill evaluates repository code against these defined instructions during the refactoring process.

Yes, this is designed for long-lived codebases that require ongoing maintenance and cleanliness. It systematically reviews existing project code and applies targeted refactoring to ensure adherence to established team standards across all existing modules.

Automated code refactoring focuses on clarity and best practices without changing existing file structures. If your project lacks a test suite, the Skill cannot verify correctness, and it restricts modifications to preserve your current project layout.