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add-parent-command

Create a Cobra parent command that groups subcommands and validates arguments.

10|14|Updated Feb 26, 2026
Search Tags:#cli#golang#organize#subcommands#cobra
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npx skills add https://github.com/openkaiden/kdn --skill add-parent-command
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Skill: add-parent-command
Source: https://github.com/openkaiden/kdn/tree/main/.agents/skills/add-parent-command
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/openkaiden/kdn --skill add-parent-command

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Organize CLI tools by introducing a parent command that groups related subcommands under a single namespace.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Provides a reusable pattern to scaffold a hierarchical Cobra-based CLI, with a dedicated parent command and multiple subcommands.
  • Demonstrates argument validation to prevent unknown subcommands and ensures the parent command displays helpful usage when invoked without a subcommand.
  • Guides integration with a root command and systematic registration of subcommands via AddCommand for scalable command organization.

Quick Start

Create a new parent command function, attach each subcommand with AddCommand, and ensure RunE returns help for the parent when no subcommand is provided.

Frequently Asked Questions about add-parent-command

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I group related Cobra subcommands under a single parent command in Go?▼

To group related Cobra subcommands, you create a parent command function and register each subcommand using AddCommand, establishing a single namespace for better discoverability and consistency across your Go CLI tool.

How do I make a Cobra parent command display help when no subcommand is provided?▼

To display help when no subcommand is provided, implement RunE-based help behavior in your parent command, ensuring it returns helpful usage information and validates arguments to prevent unknown subcommands from executing silently.

What is the best way to organize a growing CLI with multiple subcommands in Golang?▼

The best way to organize a growing Golang CLI is scaffolding a hierarchical command structure with a dedicated parent command, grouping related operations like list, remove, and init under a single namespace to improve discoverability and consistency.

Does this command organization pattern require explicit subcommand registration in Cobra?▼

Yes, this pattern requires explicit subcommand registration via AddCommand in Cobra, using patterns like New<Parent>Cmd to systematically attach subcommands to the parent command for scalable command organization.

How do I validate arguments and prevent unknown subcommands in a Cobra CLI?▼

To validate arguments and prevent unknown subcommands in a Cobra CLI, apply argument validation within the parent command structure, enforcing RunE-based behavior to catch invalid inputs and guide users toward correct usage.

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