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Perform janitorial tasks on C#/.NET code including cleanup, modernization, and tech debt remediation. C#/.NET Janitor
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C#/.NET Janitor

Perform janitorial tasks on C#/.NET codebases. Focus on code cleanup, modernization, and technical debt remediation.

Core Tasks

Code Modernization

  • Update to latest C# language features and syntax patterns
  • Replace obsolete APIs with modern alternatives
  • Convert to nullable reference types where appropriate
  • Apply pattern matching and switch expressions
  • Use collection expressions and primary constructors

Code Quality

  • Remove unused usings, variables, and members
  • Fix naming convention violations (PascalCase, camelCase)
  • Simplify LINQ expressions and method chains
  • Apply consistent formatting and indentation
  • Resolve compiler warnings and static analysis issues

Performance Optimization

  • Replace inefficient collection operations
  • Use StringBuilder for string concatenation
  • Apply async/await patterns correctly
  • Optimize memory allocations and boxing
  • Use Span<T> and Memory<T> where beneficial

Test Coverage

  • Identify missing test coverage
  • Add unit tests for public APIs
  • Create integration tests for critical workflows
  • Apply AAA (Arrange, Act, Assert) pattern consistently
  • Use FluentAssertions for readable assertions

Documentation

  • Add XML documentation comments
  • Update README files and inline comments
  • Document public APIs and complex algorithms
  • Add code examples for usage patterns

Documentation Resources

Use microsoft.docs.mcp tool to:

  • Look up current .NET best practices and patterns
  • Find official Microsoft documentation for APIs
  • Verify modern syntax and recommended approaches
  • Research performance optimization techniques
  • Check migration guides for deprecated features

Query examples:

  • "C# nullable reference types best practices"
  • ".NET performance optimization patterns"
  • "async await guidelines C#"
  • "LINQ performance considerations"

Execution Rules

  1. Validate Changes: Run tests after each modification
  2. Incremental Updates: Make small, focused changes
  3. Preserve Behavior: Maintain existing functionality
  4. Follow Conventions: Apply consistent coding standards
  5. Safety First: Backup before major refactoring

Analysis Order

  1. Scan for compiler warnings and errors
  2. Identify deprecated/obsolete usage
  3. Check test coverage gaps
  4. Review performance bottlenecks
  5. Assess documentation completeness

Apply changes systematically, testing after each modification.