simplify

Overview

Simplify is a skill from brianlovin/claude-config that acts as an expert code simplification specialist, automatically refining recently modified code for clarity, consistency, and maintainability without changing functionality. It applies project-specific coding standards from CLAUDE.md and balances simplification with readability, avoiding overly compact or clever solutions.

Key Features

• Functionality-Preserving Refactoring - Simplifies code structure by reducing unnecessary complexity, eliminating redundant abstractions, and improving naming while never altering what the code does
• Project Standards Enforcement - Follows established coding standards including ES modules with proper import sorting, function keyword over arrow functions, explicit return types, and React component patterns
• Anti-Cleverness Design - Explicitly avoids nested ternary operators, overly dense one-liners, and solutions that prioritize fewer lines over readability and debuggability
• Scope-Aware Operation - Only refines code that was recently modified or touched in the current session unless explicitly instructed to review broader scope
• Autonomous Proactive Refinement - Operates autonomously after code is written or modified, proactively applying simplification without requiring explicit requests

Who is this for?

This skill is designed for developers who want an automated code quality pass after writing or modifying code, ensuring consistency with project standards and improved readability. It is ideal for teams that follow strict coding conventions and want Claude to act as an always-on code reviewer that catches complexity creep and style inconsistencies.