refactor is agent-read markdown (skill) from eltmon/overdeck: Safe refactoring approach with test coverage first.
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# Refactoring
When refactoring code:
## Before Starting
1. Ensure tests exist for code being refactored
2. Run tests to establish baseline (must pass)
3. If test coverage is low, ADD TESTS FIRST
## During Refactoring
- Make ONE type of change at a time
- Keep tests green after EACH change
- Commit frequently with clear messages
## Refactoring Types
- **Extract**: Pull code into new function/class
- **Inline**: Remove unnecessary indirection
- **Rename**: Improve naming clarity
- **Move**: Relocate to better home
- **Simplify**: Reduce complexity
## After Refactoring
- All tests must still pass
- Behavior must be unchanged
- Review diff for unintended changes
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Source
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eltmon/overdeck · 28 stars · license MIT · pushed 2026-09-24 · branch main
API
GET https://markdownregistry.com/api/v1/artifacts/art_vhzu4i5bsvdhdddi
GET https://markdownregistry.com/api/v1/resolve?ref=eltmon/overdeck/refactor
GET https://markdownregistry.com/api/v1/blob/e735883c27a8ce38459972a13cae3188dbee94e1f5740dc4befe899362159042
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