better-result

Migrate try/catch and Promise rejections to Result-based error handling.

2|1|Updated Feb 16, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/pi-ohm/pi-ohm --skill better-result
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Skill: better-result
Source: https://github.com/pi-ohm/pi-ohm/tree/main/.pi/skills/better-result
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/pi-ohm/pi-ohm --skill better-result

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill helps developers migrate existing error handling patterns (like try/catch and Promise rejections) to a more robust and type-safe system using Result types, aligning with railway-oriented programming principles.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Migration Assistance: Guides the transformation of traditional error handling to Result-based patterns.
  • Pattern Transformation Examples: Demonstrates converting try/catch to Result.try, async/await to Result.tryPromise, and null checks to Result.
  • Use Case: Refactor a legacy Node.js service that uses extensive try/catch blocks to adopt a Result-based error handling strategy, improving code clarity and reducing runtime exceptions.

Quick Start

Use the better-result skill to migrate the provided try/catch block to use Result.try.

Frequently Asked Questions about better-result

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

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How do I migrate try/catch blocks to Result types in TypeScript?▼

You refactor existing try/catch blocks using `Result.try`, converting thrown exceptions into typed errors to achieve type-safe error handling and adopt railway-oriented programming patterns.

What is railway-oriented programming and how does it improve error handling?▼

Railway-oriented programming is a functional pattern where operations return explicit Result types representing success or failure, preventing uncaught exceptions and forcing developers to handle typed errors explicitly for more robust, predictable code execution.

Can I convert Promise rejections to Result types in async/await code?▼

Yes, you can convert Promise rejections to Result types using `Result.tryPromise`. This transforms asynchronous error handling by mapping rejected promises into typed errors, ensuring robust boundary checks in async/await code.

What is the best way to replace null checks with Result types?▼

The best way to replace null checks is to transform imperative checks into Result-based patterns. This migration analyzes code boundaries and provides transformation strategies, turning null checks into explicit success or failure tracks.

Does refactoring to Result types work for legacy Node.js services?▼

Yes, refactoring to Result types works for legacy Node.js services that use extensive try/catch blocks. The migration analyzes existing code for error categories and provides targeted transformation strategies for imperative checks and callback structures.