api-design

Design REST APIs with HTTP methods, status codes, and versioning strategies.

302|21|Updated May 10, 2026
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npx skills add https://github.com/virgo777/buddyme --skill api-design-virgo777
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Skill: api-design
Source: https://github.com/virgo777/buddyme/tree/main/buddyMe/skill_library/skills/api-design
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/virgo777/buddyme --skill api-design-virgo777

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Design consistently scalable REST APIs by codifying best practices for naming, versioning, error handling, and security.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Resource design guidelines: kebab-case endpoints, clear URL structures.
  • HTTP method semantics, status codes, pagination, filtering, and sorting.
  • Versioning strategies and backward compatibility.
  • Implementation patterns across TypeScript (Next.js API routes), Python (DRF), and Go (net/http).

Quick Start

Apply these patterns to design your next API endpoint following the guidelines.

Frequently Asked Questions about api-design

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

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What's the best way to structure REST API endpoints for scalability and consistency?

REST API design for scalability uses kebab-case endpoint naming and clear URL structures to ensure consistency. Standard HTTP method semantics and status codes are enforced to maintain maintainable web services across different frameworks.

How do I implement pagination, filtering, and sorting in a REST API?

REST API pagination, filtering, and sorting are implemented using standardized query strategies that enforce request validation. These cross-cutting patterns ensure consistent data retrieval across TypeScript Next.js, Python Django REST Framework, and Go net/http.

What versioning strategies should I use to maintain backward compatibility in web services?

REST API versioning strategies for backward compatibility manage endpoint evolution without breaking existing clients. These design patterns codify versioning rules to ensure consistent, scalable web service maintenance over time.

Does this API design approach work with Python Django REST Framework and Go net/http?

Yes, these REST API design patterns apply across TypeScript Next.js API routes, Python Django REST Framework, and Go net/http. Cross-cutting implementation patterns for error handling and security are validated specifically for these frameworks.

How do I handle error handling and authentication consistently in production-grade APIs?

Error handling and authentication in production-grade REST APIs are managed through codified best practices and cross-cutting implementation patterns. Standard HTTP status codes and security design patterns ensure consistent request validation across web services.