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React Modernization

Master React version upgrades, class to hooks migration, concurrent features adoption, and codemods for automated transformation.

Use this skill when

  • Upgrading React applications to latest versions
  • Migrating class components to functional components with hooks
  • Adopting concurrent React features (Suspense, transitions)
  • Applying codemods for automated refactoring
  • Modernizing state management patterns
  • Updating to TypeScript
  • Improving performance with React 18+ features

Do not use this skill when

  • The task is unrelated to react modernization
  • You need a different domain or tool outside this scope

Instructions

  • Clarify goals, constraints, and required inputs.
  • Apply relevant best practices and validate outcomes.
  • Provide actionable steps and verification.
  • If detailed examples are required, open resources/implementation-playbook.md.

Resources

  • resources/implementation-playbook.md for detailed patterns and examples.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is react-modernization?

react-modernization is an expert AI persona designed to improve your coding workflow. Upgrade React applications to latest versions, migrate from class components to hooks, and adopt concurrent features. Use when modernizing React codebases, migrating to React Hooks, or upgrading to latest React versions. It provides senior-level context directly within your IDE.

How do I install the react-modernization skill in Cursor or Windsurf?

To install the react-modernization skill, download the package, extract the files to your project's .cursor/skills directory, and type @react-modernization in your editor chat to activate the expert instructions.

Is react-modernization free to download?

Yes, the react-modernization AI persona is completely free to download and integrate into compatible Agentic IDEs like Cursor, Windsurf, Github Copilot, and Anthropic MCP servers.

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react-modernization

Upgrade React applications to latest versions, migrate from class components to hooks, and adopt concurrent features. Use when modernizing React codebases, migrating to React Hooks, or upgrading to latest React versions.

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IDE Invocation

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Platform

IDE Native

Price

Free Download

Setup Instructions

Cursor & Windsurf

  1. Download the zip file above.
  2. Extract to .cursor/skills
  3. Type @react-modernization in editor chat.

Copilot & ChatGPT

Copy the instructions from the panel on the left and paste them into your custom instructions setting.

"Adding this react-modernization persona to my Cursor workspace completely changed the quality of code my AI generates. Saves me hours every week."

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Alex Dev
Senior Engineer, TechCorp