refactoring-patterns
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This skill applies safe refactoring patterns to improve code structure without altering its behavior, ideal for cleaning up code or reducing technical debt. It emphasizes a strict test-first cycle—make one small change, verify tests pass, then commit—to ensure reliability. Key capabilities include providing specific patterns and a repeatable workflow for enhancing maintainability.
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