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Optimizing DeFi Yields

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Maximize your DeFi returns with yield optimization tools.

by jeremylongshore2.6k stars on jeremylongshore/claude-code-plugins-plus-skills
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Updated Aug 10, 2026
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What Optimizing DeFi Yields does

The Optimizing DeFi Yields skill provides developers and crypto enthusiasts with a powerful tool to discover and analyze yield farming opportunities across various DeFi protocols. By aggregating data from sources like DeFiLlama, it allows users to compare annual percentage yields (APY) and annual percentage rates (APR) while also assessing the associated risks. This skill is particularly useful for those looking to optimize their investment strategies in decentralized finance, as it offers insights into the best yield opportunities based on user-defined criteria.

Users can leverage a variety of filtering options to refine their searches, including minimum total value locked (TVL), asset type, and protocol selection. The skill also includes risk assessment features, enabling users to focus on audited protocols or filter by risk levels. This is crucial for making informed decisions in the volatile world of DeFi, where understanding the risk associated with yield farming is as important as the potential rewards.

The skill is designed for those with a foundational understanding of DeFi concepts, making it suitable for both seasoned investors and newcomers. With the ability to export results in JSON or CSV formats, users can further analyze yield opportunities or integrate the data into their existing workflows. Overall, this skill streamlines the process of finding lucrative DeFi yields, making it an essential tool for anyone serious about maximizing their returns in the DeFi space.

When to use it

Use this skill when you want to explore yield farming options, compare different DeFi protocols, or analyze specific yield rates.

When not to use it

This skill may not be suitable for users unfamiliar with DeFi concepts or those looking for a simple investment without detailed analysis.

What you can build with it

Searching for High APY Opportunities

Use the skill to find the top yield opportunities across multiple chains, filtering by asset type and TVL.

Risk Assessment for Investments

Analyze the risk levels of different protocols to make informed decisions about your yield farming strategies.

Exporting Data for Reporting

Export yield data in JSON or CSV format for integration into reports or further analysis in other tools.

How to install Optimizing DeFi Yields

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1. Install with the skills CLI

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Inside SKILL.md

Written by jeremylongshore

Optimizing DeFi Yields

Overview

Find and compare DeFi yield opportunities across protocols. Aggregates data from DeFiLlama and other sources to provide APY/APR comparisons, risk assessments, and optimization recommendations for yield farming strategies.

Prerequisites

Before using this skill, ensure you have:

  • Python 3.8+ installed
  • Internet access for API queries
  • Understanding of DeFi concepts (APY, APR, TVL, impermanent loss)

Instructions

  1. Search for yield opportunities across all chains or filter by a specific chain:

    python ${CLAUDE_SKILL_DIR}/scripts/yield_optimizer.py --top 20
python ${CLAUDE_SKILL_DIR}/scripts/yield_optimizer.py --chain ethereum --top 10

  2. Filter by criteria -- minimum TVL (for safety), asset type, or protocol:

    python ${CLAUDE_SKILL_DIR}/scripts/yield_optimizer.py --min-tvl 10000000 --top 15  # 10000000 = 10M limit
python ${CLAUDE_SKILL_DIR}/scripts/yield_optimizer.py --asset USDC --chain ethereum
python ${CLAUDE_SKILL_DIR}/scripts/yield_optimizer.py --protocol aave,compound,curve

  3. Apply risk filters -- show only audited protocols or filter by risk level (--risk low, --risk medium, --risk high):

    python ${CLAUDE_SKILL_DIR}/scripts/yield_optimizer.py --audited-only --min-tvl 1000000  # 1000000 = 1M limit
python ${CLAUDE_SKILL_DIR}/scripts/yield_optimizer.py --risk low --min-apy 3

  4. Analyze specific opportunities -- get detailed pool breakdown or compare protocols:

    python ${CLAUDE_SKILL_DIR}/scripts/yield_optimizer.py --pool "aave-v3-usdc-ethereum" --detailed
python ${CLAUDE_SKILL_DIR}/scripts/yield_optimizer.py --compare aave,compound,spark --asset USDC

  5. Export results to JSON or CSV for further analysis:

    python ${CLAUDE_SKILL_DIR}/scripts/yield_optimizer.py --top 50 --format json --output yields.json
python ${CLAUDE_SKILL_DIR}/scripts/yield_optimizer.py --chain ethereum --format csv --output eth_yields.csv

Output

Yield Summary Table

==============================================================================
  DEFI YIELD OPTIMIZER                              2026-01-15 15:30 UTC  # 2026 year
==============================================================================

  TOP YIELD OPPORTUNITIES
------------------------------------------------------------------------------
  Protocol       Pool          Chain      TVL        APY    Risk    Score
  Convex        cvxCRV        Ethereum   $450M    12.5%    Low     9.2
  Aave v3       USDC          Ethereum   $2.1B     4.2%    Low     9.8
  Curve         3pool         Ethereum   $890M     3.8%    Low     9.5
  Compound v3   USDC          Ethereum   $1.5B     3.2%    Low     9.6
  Yearn         yvUSDC        Ethereum   $120M     5.1%    Medium  7.8
------------------------------------------------------------------------------

  APY BREAKDOWN (Top Result)
------------------------------------------------------------------------------
  Base APY:     4.5%
  Reward APY:   8.0% (CRV + CVX)
  Total APY:    12.5%
  IL Risk:      None (single-sided)
==============================================================================

Risk Assessment

  RISK ANALYSIS: Convex cvxCRV
------------------------------------------------------------------------------
  Audit Status:    ✓ Audited (Trail of Bits, OpenZeppelin)
  Protocol Age:    3+ years
  TVL:             $450M (stable)
  TVL Trend:       +5% (30d)
  Risk Score:      9.2/10 (Low Risk)

  Risk Factors:
  • Smart contract dependency on Curve
  • CRV/CVX reward token volatility
  • Vote-lock mechanics
==============================================================================

Error Handling

See ${CLAUDE_SKILL_DIR}/references/errors.md for comprehensive error handling.

Common issues:

  • API timeout: Uses cached data with staleness warning
  • No pools found: Broaden search criteria
  • Invalid protocol: Check supported protocols list

Examples

See ${CLAUDE_SKILL_DIR}/references/examples.md for detailed usage examples.

Quick Examples

Find stablecoin yields:

python yield_optimizer.py --asset USDC,USDT,DAI --min-tvl 10000000  # 10000000 = 10M limit

Low-risk opportunities:

python yield_optimizer.py --risk low --audited-only --min-apy 2

Multi-chain search:

python yield_optimizer.py --chain ethereum,arbitrum,polygon --top 20

Export top yields:

python yield_optimizer.py --top 100 --format json --output all_yields.json

Configuration

Settings in ${CLAUDE_SKILL_DIR}/config/settings.yaml:

  • Default chain: Primary chain to search
  • Cache TTL: How long to cache API responses
  • Risk weights: Customize risk scoring factors
  • Min TVL default: Default minimum TVL filter

Resources

  • DeFiLlama: https://defillama.com/yields - Yield data source
  • DeFi Safety: - Protocol security scores
  • Impermanent Loss Calculator: Understand LP risks

Frequently asked questions about Optimizing DeFi Yields

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