How does it help with refactoring?

It identifies specific blocks of code that can be extracted into new methods and suggests using Parameter Objects to simplify complex method signatures.

Is this compatible with Clean Architecture and DDD?

Yes, it is specifically designed to support DDD, CQRS, and Hexagonal architecture by enforcing the Single Responsibility Principle and reducing method bloat.

What is the recommended maximum line count for a PHP method?

This skill recommends keeping methods under 30 lines, with 1-15 lines being the ideal range for maximum readability and maintainability.

Does it flag false positives for migrations or tests?

No, the skill includes logic to ignore long methods in CLI commands, database migrations, and test setup methods where sequential logic is often necessary.

PHP Method Length & Complexity Auditor

Name: PHP Method Length & Complexity Auditor
Author: dykyi-roman

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API Development

Analyzes PHP methods for length, complexity, and Single Responsibility Principle violations to ensure maintainable Clean Architecture.

This skill empowers Claude to perform deep architectural audits of PHP codebases by identifying methods that exceed maintainability thresholds. It goes beyond simple line counting to detect Single Responsibility Principle (SRP) violations, complex conditional logic, and bloated parameter lists. By suggesting specific refactoring patterns like Method Extraction and Parameter Objects, it helps developers transition from legacy code to robust, modular PHP architectures including DDD, CQRS, and Hexagonal design.

Key Features

0145 GitHub stars

02Automated detection of methods exceeding 30-line maintainability thresholds

03Smart extraction recommendations to split complex logic into focused methods

04Identification of Single Responsibility Principle (SRP) violations in PHP classes

05Detection of 'Long Parameter List' smells with Parameter Object suggestions

06Context-aware analysis that ignores CLI commands, migrations, and test setups

Use Cases

01Conducting automated code reviews to enforce Clean Architecture standards

02Onboarding new developers by maintaining a consistent style and complexity limit

03Refactoring legacy PHP monoliths into manageable, modular services

What are Skills?·How to Install

Install with 🐟 Skill.Fish

npx skillfish add dykyi-roman/awesome-claude-code check-method-length

For use in Claude.ai and ChatGPT

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