elytra.ᚨ

Zero-special-cases refactoring methodology.

What It Is

A refactoring methodology based on Linus Torvalds’ “good taste” principle.

Not a framework. Just proven techniques.

Results

MEASURED:
- 9 special cases eliminated
- 32 lines removed (-19.3%)
- complexity reduced by 41.7%
- 0 regressions (all tests pass)

The Principle

// bad taste - special case for head
if (entry == head) {
    head = entry->next;
} else {
    prev->next = entry->next;
}

// good taste - uniform handling
*indirect = entry->next;

The right data structure eliminates special cases.

Repo

gitlab.com/rune.minna/elytra.ansuz

Prior Art Declaration

Date: January 29, 2026

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