Best use case
codemod-generator is best used when you need a repeatable AI agent workflow instead of a one-off prompt.
Generate automated code migration scripts (codemods)
Teams using codemod-generator should expect a more consistent output, faster repeated execution, less prompt rewriting.
When to use this skill
- You want a reusable workflow that can be run more than once with consistent structure.
When not to use this skill
- You only need a quick one-off answer and do not need a reusable workflow.
- You cannot install or maintain the underlying files, dependencies, or repository context.
Installation
Claude Code / Cursor / Codex
Manual Installation
- Download SKILL.md from GitHub
- Place it in
.claude/skills/codemod-generator/SKILL.mdinside your project - Restart your AI agent — it will auto-discover the skill
How codemod-generator Compares
| Feature / Agent | codemod-generator | Standard Approach |
|---|---|---|
| Platform Support | Not specified | Limited / Varies |
| Context Awareness | High | Baseline |
| Installation Complexity | Unknown | N/A |
Frequently Asked Questions
What does this skill do?
Generate automated code migration scripts (codemods)
Where can I find the source code?
You can find the source code on GitHub using the link provided at the top of the page.
SKILL.md Source
# Codemod Generator Skill
## Overview
This skill generates automated code migration scripts (codemods) that transform consumer code to use new API versions, reducing the burden of SDK upgrades on developers.
## Capabilities
- Create AST-based code transformations
- Support multiple languages (JavaScript, TypeScript, Python, Go)
- Provide dry-run mode with change preview
- Implement safe rollback mechanisms
- Generate detailed migration reports
- Handle edge cases and partial migrations
- Support interactive migration modes
- Validate transformations with tests
## Target Processes
- Backward Compatibility Management
- Package Distribution
- SDK Versioning and Release Management
## Integration Points
- jscodeshift for JavaScript/TypeScript
- libcst for Python
- go-codemod for Go
- Rector for PHP
- Custom AST transformers
## Input Requirements
- Source and target API versions
- Transformation rules specification
- Test cases for validation
- Edge case handling requirements
- Rollback strategy
## Output Artifacts
- Codemod scripts per language
- Dry-run reports
- Migration validation tests
- Edge case documentation
- CLI wrapper for execution
- Rollback scripts
## Usage Example
```yaml
skill:
name: codemod-generator
context:
sourceVersion: "1.x"
targetVersion: "2.0"
languages:
- typescript
- python
transformations:
- type: methodRename
from: oldMethod
to: newMethod
- type: parameterChange
method: createResource
changes:
- name: config
wrap: options
dryRun: true
generateTests: true
```
## Best Practices
1. Always provide dry-run mode first
2. Generate comprehensive change reports
3. Handle partial migrations gracefully
4. Include rollback capabilities
5. Test codemods against real codebases
6. Document manual intervention casesRelated Skills
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