Chris Wanstrath, known by his handle @defunkt, introduces a new series on his blog inspired by Wil Shipley's "Pimp My Code" series, which focuses on refactoring submissions from readers. While Shipley's series deals with Objective-C and aims to improve code efficiency by providing practical programming tips, Wanstrath's series will focus on JavaScript, specifically code using the Prototype framework. The initiative invites developers to submit their JavaScript code for potential refactoring, providing an opportunity for readers to learn through detailed explanations of the refactoring process. This series aims to offer valuable insights into effective coding practices, even for those unfamiliar with the specific programming languages involved.