How does this skill improve OCaml code quality?

It applies functional programming patterns, enforces consistent naming conventions (like using 't' for primary types), and suggests modern library alternatives to reduce code complexity.

Why does this skill discourage the use of Obj.magic?

Obj.magic breaks OCaml's core type safety guarantees; this skill identifies it as a high-priority red flag and suggests safer, type-driven alternatives.

Does it support modern OCaml monadic syntax?

Yes, the skill specifically helps refactor nested match statements into idiomatic let* and let+ syntax for cleaner Result and Option handling.

Can it help with OCaml module design?

Absolutely. It promotes an 'Interface-First' philosophy, encouraging the design of .mli files and abstract types to ensure modularity and hygiene.

OCaml Code Style & Refactoring

Name: OCaml Code Style & Refactoring
Author: avsm

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Refactors and improves OCaml code by enforcing idiomatic patterns, naming conventions, and modular design principles.

This skill provides domain-specific guidance for OCaml development, focusing on clean interface design, type safety, and functional programming best practices. It helps developers transition from imperative or verbose styles to idiomatic OCaml by suggesting monadic syntax (let*/let+), replacing deep nesting with pattern matching, and enforcing strict naming conventions. By emphasizing an 'Interface-First' philosophy and discouraging unsafe constructs like Obj.magic, it ensures that your OCaml projects remain maintainable, performant, and type-safe while leveraging modern library standards.

Características Principales

01Enforcement of OCaml naming conventions for modules, types, and values

02Recommendations for modern library alternatives like Fmt, Re, and Jsont

03Identification of OCaml 'red flags' like boolean blindness and unsafe Obj.magic

04Automated refactoring to idiomatic Option/Result combinators and monadic syntax

0513 GitHub stars

06Interface-first design guidance for robust .mli file creation

Casos de Uso

01Refactoring legacy OCaml code to use modern monadic syntax and better error handling

02Designing clean, abstract module interfaces for new OCaml libraries

03Reviewing and tidying up code to ensure consistency with community standards

What are Skills?·How to Install

Install with 🐟 Skill.Fish

npx skillfish add avsm/ocaml-claude-marketplace ocaml-code-style

For use in Claude.ai and ChatGPT

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