smith-design

Apply SOLID design principles to software architecture reviews and refactoring.

1|Updated Nov 25, 2025
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Skill: smith-design
Source: https://github.com/tianjianjiang/smith/tree/main/smith-design
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/tianjianjiang/smith --skill smith-design

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill provides a structured approach to applying SOLID principles and architecture design patterns to software projects, helping teams design robust, maintainable systems.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Guided application of SOLID principles to start new features, refactor code, or review architectures.
  • Pattern awareness: knowledge of common design patterns and when to apply them for maintainable solutions.
  • Practical examples: scenarios such as refactoring a monolith into modular components or designing a new feature with clear responsibilities.

Quick Start

Analyze a feature's responsibilities and propose SOLID-aligned boundaries for classes and modules.

Frequently Asked Questions about smith-design

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

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How do I apply SOLID design principles when starting a new software feature?

To apply SOLID design principles to a new feature, analyze its core responsibilities and propose clear boundaries for classes and modules. This structured approach ensures robust architectures by aligning object-oriented design with principles like Single Responsibility and Interface Segregation.

What is the best way to refactor a monolith into modular components using SOLID principles?

Refactoring a monolith into modular components using SOLID principles involves applying structured design patterns to separate responsibilities and invert dependencies. This process transforms tightly coupled code into maintainable, independent modules with clear architectural boundaries.

Can I use this Skill to guide an architecture review for object-oriented projects?

Yes, you can use this Skill to guide an architecture review for object-oriented projects. It evaluates existing systems against SOLID design principles and practical design patterns to identify structural improvements and ensure robust, maintainable software architectures.

How does the Dependency Inversion principle help with software architecture design?

The Dependency Inversion principle aids software architecture design by ensuring high-level modules depend on abstractions rather than low-level concrete implementations. This decouples system components, making refactoring and maintaining object-oriented code significantly easier.

Do I need prior knowledge of design patterns to use SOLID principles for refactoring?

Prior knowledge of design patterns is helpful but not strictly required, as this Skill provides practical examples and pattern awareness. It guides you through refactoring scenarios by explaining when to apply specific patterns for maintainable solutions.