# Simplify

> Improve clarity and reduce needless complexity after behavior is understood; preserve behavior and keep cleanup separate from correctness fixes.

- Skill: `hmbown/simplify` (Agent Skill)
- Install (CLI): `npx skillmds@latest add hmbown/simplify`
- Raw SKILL.md: https://api.skillmd.com/api/skills/hmbown/simplify/raw
- Safety review: pending
- Works with: Claude Code, Claude.ai, OpenAI Codex
- Category: Coding & Dev Tools
- Author: Hmbown (https://skillmd.com/u/hmbown)
- Updated: 2026-09-17
- Page: https://skillmd.com/skills/hmbown/simplify

---


# Simplify

## When to use
Use after behavior is understood and the user wants clarity or less complexity.

## Non-goals
- Do not mix cleanup with speculative refactors that change behavior.
- Do not “simplify” by deleting necessary safety checks.

## Workflow
1. Confirm current behavior with tests or reproduction.
2. Reduce complexity in small, reviewable steps.
3. Keep behavior-preserving verification green.