Write self-documenting code with clear naming and structure, adding minimal, evergreen comments only when necessary to explain complex logic. Use this skill when writing or reviewing any code that might need comments. When refactoring code to make it more self-explanatory through better naming and structure. When deciding whether to add or remove comments from existing code. When ensuring comments explain why something is done rather than what is being done. When reviewing code to remove outdated or temporary change-related comments. This skill applies to all programming languages and all types of code files.
Write self-documenting code with clear naming and structure, adding minimal, evergreen comments only when necessary to explain complex logic. Use this skill when writing or reviewing any code that might need comments. When refactoring code to make it more self-explanatory through better naming and structure. When deciding whether to add or remove comments from existing code. When ensuring comments explain why something is done rather than what is being done. When reviewing code to remove outdated or temporary change-related comments. This skill applies to all programming languages and all types of code files.
Global Commenting
This Skill provides Claude Code with specific guidance on how to adhere to coding standards as they relate to how it should handle global commenting.
When to use this skill
When writing any new code that might require comments or explanations
When refactoring code to improve clarity through better naming and structure
When deciding whether to add comments to complex logic or algorithms
When removing outdated, temporary, or change-related comments from code
When reviewing existing comments to ensure they remain relevant and evergreen
When writing function or method documentation
When explaining non-obvious business logic or architectural decisions
When working with any code file in any programming language
When ensuring code is self-documenting through clear variable and function names
When avoiding comments that simply describe what the code does (prefer explaining why)
Instructions
For details, refer to the information provided in this file:
global commenting
