| name | refactor |
| description | Triggered when user asks to refactor code, improve code structure, extract functions, or reorganize modules. Automatically delegates to the refactorer agent. |
| allowed-tools | Read, Edit, Grep, Glob |
| context | fork |
| agent | refactorer |
Refactor Skill
Trigger Phrases
This skill is automatically triggered when the user:
- Asks to "refactor", "restructure", or "reorganize" code
- Requests code improvements or cleanup
- Wants to "extract function" or "simplify code"
- Mentions "code smell", "duplication", or "complexity"
- Asks to improve code structure or maintainability
Delegation Instructions
When this skill is triggered:
- Delegate immediately to the
refactorer agent
- Specify what code needs refactoring
- Include refactoring goals or focus areas
- Provide context about current issues
- Include any constraints or requirements
Context to Pass
- Code to Refactor: Files or components
- Refactoring Goals: What to improve (readability, maintainability, etc.)
- Issues: Known code smells or problems
- Constraints: Must preserve behavior, no breaking changes, etc.
- Scope: Full refactor vs. specific improvements
- Standards: Project coding standards
Agent Responsibilities
The refactorer agent will:
- Analyze code for improvement opportunities
- Identify code smells and duplication
- Refactor while preserving behavior
- Improve code structure and organization
- Ensure code follows standards
- Verify refactoring doesn't break functionality
Usage Examples
Example 1: Extract Function
User: "This function is duplicated in three places, refactor it"
Delegation: Delegate to refactorer with:
- Issue: Code duplication
- Goal: Extract shared function
- Files: Files with duplication
Example 2: Simplify Code
User: "This file is too complex, can you refactor it?"
Delegation: Delegate to refactorer with:
- File: Complex file
- Goal: Reduce complexity
- Constraints: Preserve functionality
Example 3: Improve Structure
User: "Refactor this module to be more maintainable"
Delegation: Delegate to refactorer with:
- Module: Module to refactor
- Goal: Improve maintainability
- Standards: Project standards
Best Practices
- Delegate refactoring to refactorer
- Specify refactoring goals
- Include constraints clearly
- Provide code context
- Request behavior preservation verification
