rust-uplift

Identify Rust uplift opportunities and output structured improvement reports.

1|Updated Apr 8, 2026
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npx skills add https://github.com/maxenko/claude-skills --skill rust-uplift
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Skill: rust-uplift
Source: https://github.com/maxenko/claude-skills/tree/main/rust-uplift
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/maxenko/claude-skills --skill rust-uplift

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Analyzes Rust projects to surface opportunities where idiomatic patterns can reduce boilerplate, improve readability, and strengthen type-safety without changing observable behavior.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Detects common uplift opportunities such as iterator-based refactoring, Option/Result combinator simplifications, error handling improvements, and ergonomic macro/derive hints.
  • Scans for potential architectural patterns (actor-style patterns, type-state, and ergonomic struct initializations) that improve maintainability in large codebases.
  • Applies to both small crates and large workspaces, providing targeted suggestions per file with confidence levels.

Quick Start

Provide a path to the Rust project directory (or run from the project root) to generate a structured uplift report.

Frequently Asked Questions about rust-uplift

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

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How do I find idiomatic Rust refactoring opportunities in my codebase?

Scanning a Rust project directory surfaces idiomatic uplift opportunities like iterator refactoring, Option/Result combinators, and type-state patterns. It uses static pattern rules and safety checks to avoid altering observable behavior, generating a structured report with before/after suggestions and confidence levels.

Can I scan a large Rust workspace for architectural pattern improvements?

Yes, scanning large Rust workspaces detects architectural patterns like actor-style designs, type-state, and ergonomic struct initializations. It provides targeted suggestions per file with confidence levels to improve maintainability without changing observable behavior.

What are common Rust code uplift patterns for reducing boilerplate?

Common Rust uplift patterns include iterator-based refactoring, Option/Result combinator simplifications, derive and macro ergonomic hints, and error handling refinements. These patterns reduce boilerplate, improve readability, and strengthen type-safety without altering observable behavior.

Does the refactoring analysis modify my Rust files or just suggest changes?

The analysis only suggests changes and does not modify your Rust files. It applies static pattern rules and safety checks to avoid altering observable behavior, outputting a structured report with file locations, before/after suggestions, and confidence levels.

Do I need to provide a Cargo.toml file to review Rust error handling improvements?

Provide a path to your Rust project directory, and the scanner automatically reads Cargo.toml for dependencies and all .rs files. This allows it to surface error handling refinements and other idiomatic uplift opportunities safely.

What's the best way to apply type-state patterns in Rust without breaking existing behavior?

Use static pattern rules and safety checks that avoid altering observable behavior to apply type-state patterns safely. The analysis scans your codebase to surface these architectural patterns with targeted suggestions and confidence levels per file.