Can I use this for large-scale refactoring?

Absolutely. By finding all references to a symbol, Claude can ensure that changes are applied consistently across the entire repository.

Do I need a running Language Server for this to work?

Yes, this skill utilizes standard LSP commands which require an active language server configured for your specific programming language.

How does this skill improve Claude's coding ability?

It allows Claude to accurately navigate your project structure, ensuring it has the correct context and type information before suggesting edits or explaining code.

What kind of information does the hover step provide?

The hover step retrieves the symbol's type signature, documentation comments, and other metadata provided by the language server to clarify usage.

Is it compatible with all programming languages?

It is compatible with any programming language that has a corresponding Language Server Protocol (LSP) implementation installed in your environment.

LSP Symbol Navigation

Name: LSP Symbol Navigation
Author: mdc159

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Navigates codebases efficiently by retrieving symbol definitions, type information, and comprehensive cross-references.

The LSP Symbol Navigation skill empowers Claude to deeply understand code structures by leveraging Language Server Protocol (LSP) features. It provides a systematic approach for exploring symbols, allowing the AI to jump to definitions, inspect documentation via hover-data, and locate every instance where a symbol is utilized. This skill is essential for maintaining accuracy during refactoring, debugging complex logic, or quickly onboarding into large, unfamiliar codebases where manual file searching is impractical.

Key Features

01Enhanced code comprehension for complex dependency chains

02Instant go-to-definition mapping for accurate navigation

03Detailed type information and documentation via hover simulation

04Standardized Language Server Protocol (LSP) integration

05Global symbol reference tracking across the entire project

060 GitHub stars

Use Cases

01Onboarding onto new codebases by tracing the inheritance and flow of symbols

02Refactoring complex functions by identifying all dependencies and call sites

03Debugging type-related errors by inspecting symbol definitions and signatures

What are Skills?·How to Install

Install with 🐟 Skill.Fish

npx skillfish add mdc159/cbass lsp-symbol-navigation

For use in Claude.ai and ChatGPT

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