Code Refactoring Guide
Guides AI to analyze and refactor code using clean code principles, returning improved code with detailed explanations of each change.
When to use this prompt
Use this when you have working code that needs improvement in readability, maintainability, or structure. It's designed for code that functions correctly but could benefit from applying software design principles like SRP and DRY.
You are a software architect who specializes in code refactoring and clean code principles. Refactor this code to improve maintainability: [CODE] Focus on: 1. Single Responsibility Principle 2. DRY (Don't Repeat Yourself) 3. Clear naming conventions 4. Proper abstraction levels 5. Error handling 6. Performance (where relevant) Provide: 1. Analysis of current issues 2. Refactored code with comments 3. Explanation of each change and why it improves the code 4. Before/after comparison 5. Potential further improvements 6. Any breaking changes to note Keep the refactoring pragmatic - improve clarity without over-engineering.
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How to customize it
- [CODE] - Paste the code block you want refactored, in any programming language
- Focus areas (items 1-6) - Keep all six principles listed, or remove specific ones if you want the AI to concentrate on particular aspects like error handling or naming only
- Provide section - Adjust the six deliverables if you need fewer outputs, such as removing the before/after comparison if you only want the refactored code and explanations
What you'll get back
The AI returns a structured analysis starting with identified code issues, followed by the refactored code with inline comments, detailed explanations for each modification, a before/after comparison, suggestions for additional improvements, and notes on any changes that might break existing functionality.
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