Does this skill work with languages other than Python?

While features like the __all__ export check are Python-specific, the core detection logic for inheritance, abstraction, and function length applies to most object-oriented languages.

How does it help with refactoring?

It doesn't just find issues; it provides a 'Fix Strategy' for every detected smell, including before-and-after code examples and specific refactoring steps.

What is the amplihack development philosophy?

The amplihack philosophy focuses on ruthless simplicity, modular design (Bricks & Studs), zero-BS implementations, and single-responsibility components.

What is considered a 'Large Function' by this skill?

Any function exceeding 50 lines of code or containing more than three levels of nested logic is flagged for refactoring.

Amplihack Code Smell Detector

Name: Amplihack Code Smell Detector
Author: rysweet

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Developer Tools

Identifies architectural anti-patterns and enforces ruthless simplicity based on the amplihack development philosophy.

About

The Code Smell Detector is a specialized utility for Claude Code designed to maintain high code quality by identifying structural issues that hinder maintainability. It specifically targets 'amplihack' violations such as over-abstraction, deep inheritance hierarchies, and bloated functions. By providing actionable refactoring strategies and clear code examples, it helps developers transition from complex, tightly coupled systems to modular, 'zero-BS' implementations where every component has a single, clear responsibility.

Key Features

Flags bloated functions exceeding 50 lines or excessive nesting
Detects over-abstraction and unnecessary interface layers
Highlights tight coupling and suggests dependency injection fixes
Identifies complex inheritance chains deeper than two levels
Ensures Python modules define clean public interfaces using __all__
16 GitHub stars

Use Cases

Refactoring legacy codebases to simplify logic and improve modularity
Mentoring developers on the amplihack philosophy of ruthless simplicity
Automating code reviews to catch architectural violations before merging

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Key Features

Flags bloated functions exceeding 50 lines or excessive nesting
Detects over-abstraction and unnecessary interface layers
Highlights tight coupling and suggests dependency injection fixes
Identifies complex inheritance chains deeper than two levels
Ensures Python modules define clean public interfaces using __all__
16 GitHub stars

Use Cases

Refactoring legacy codebases to simplify logic and improve modularity
Mentoring developers on the amplihack philosophy of ruthless simplicity
Automating code reviews to catch architectural violations before merging