Code Explainer

Transform code into plain-English explanations. Perfect for learning, reviewing, or understanding unfamiliar code.

Usage

explain this code
what does this do?
explain: [paste code]

How it works

1. Analyzes code structure and syntax
2. Identifies key operations and patterns
3. Explains in plain English with technical accuracy
4. Highlights important concepts and potential issues

Supported Languages

All major languages supported:

• Python, JavaScript, TypeScript
• Go, Rust, Java, C/C++, C#
• Ruby, PHP, Swift, Kotlin
• SQL, Shell/Bash, YAML, JSON
• And more...

Output Format

• Summary: What the code does
• Breakdown: Step-by-step explanation
• Key Concepts: Important patterns/techniques used
• Notes: Warnings, best practices, or improvements

Script

python scripts/explain_code.py <path/to/file>

Or pipe code:

cat myfile.py | python scripts/explain_code.py -