improve-codebase-architecture

Identify shallow modules and architectural friction to plan refactors.

Updated Mar 26, 2026
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npx skills add https://github.com/RemseyMailjard/superpowers --skill improve-codebase-architecture-remseymailjard
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Skill: improve-codebase-architecture
Source: https://github.com/RemseyMailjard/superpowers/tree/main/.github/skills/improve-codebase-architecture
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/RemseyMailjard/superpowers --skill improve-codebase-architecture-remseymailjard

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This skill helps teams identify architectural friction in a codebase and surface opportunities to deepen shallow modules to improve testability and AI-navigability.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Surface architectural friction and opportunities to consolidate tightly-coupled modules.
  • Propose boundary interfaces and RFC-style design notes to guide refactors.
  • Guide a structured modernization workflow from exploration to design.

Quick Start

Initiate an exploratory analysis of your codebase to identify shallow modules ripe for deepening and start drafting RFC-style refactors.

Frequently Asked Questions about improve-codebase-architecture

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

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How do I identify architectural friction in a codebase?▼

Architectural friction is identified by analyzing your codebase to find shallow modules and tightly-coupled clusters. This skill evaluates module depth and dependency strategy to surface friction and propose boundary interfaces for refactoring.

What is the best way to refactor shallow modules for testability?▼

The best way to refactor shallow modules is to deepen them by consolidating tight couplings and defining clear boundaries. This skill guides a structured modernization workflow to improve testability and AI-navigability across module clusters.

How do I draft an RFC for a codebase architecture refactor?▼

To draft an RFC for a codebase refactor, initiate an exploratory analysis to identify modules ripe for deepening. This skill generates RFC-style design notes and migration artifacts to guide your proposed architecture improvements.

Can I use this approach to consolidate tightly-coupled modules?▼

Yes, you can use this approach to consolidate tightly-coupled modules by applying the module deepening framework. It evaluates dependency strategy and testing impact to surface opportunities for reducing friction across your codebase clusters.

When do I need to evaluate module depth for a modernization workflow?▼

You need to evaluate module depth when your codebase suffers from poor testability and tight couplings. Evaluating depth helps transition a codebase from exploratory analysis to guided design by surfacing shallow modules ripe for deepening.