Code Simplification

Inspired by the Claude Code Simplifier plugin. Adapted here as a model-agnostic, process-driven skill for any AI coding agent.

Overview

Simplify code by reducing complexity while preserving exact behavior. The goal is not fewer lines — it's code that is easier to read, understand, modify, and debug. Every simplification must pass a simple test: "Would a new team member understand this faster than the original?"

When to Use

• After a feature is working and tests pass, but the implementation feels heavier than it needs to be
• During code review when readability or complexity issues are flagged
• When you encounter deeply nested logic, long functions, or unclear names
• When refactoring code written under time pressure
• When consolidating related logic scattered across files
• After merging changes that introduced duplication or inconsistency

When NOT to use: