API Designer

Review RESTful API endpoint definitions for adherence to design best practices.

Updated Jan 18, 2026
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Skill: API Designer
Source: https://github.com/miounet11/ccjk-v/tree/main/examples/skills/api-designer
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/miounet11/ccjk-v --skill api-designer-miounet11

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) and intents (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill helps developers create robust, consistent, and best-practice-compliant RESTful APIs, reducing common design flaws and improving maintainability.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Comprehensive Rule Set: Covers URL design, HTTP methods, status codes, error handling, pagination, versioning, and authentication.
  • Best Practice Enforcement: Provides clear guidelines and examples for designing clean and developer-friendly APIs.
  • Use Case: When starting a new microservice, use this Skill to ensure all its API endpoints adhere to established RESTful principles, making integration with other services smoother.

Quick Start

Use the API Designer skill to review the provided API endpoint definitions for adherence to best practices.

Frequently Asked Questions about API Designer

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

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What are the best practices for designing RESTful API URL structures?

To design RESTful APIs, you must define logical URL structures, map HTTP methods to resource actions, and select appropriate status codes. This Skill reviews your endpoint definitions against established web-services principles to ensure consistency.

How do I handle error responses and pagination in a REST API?

Handling error responses and pagination in a REST API requires standardized error formatting and structured pagination strategies. This Skill provides clear guidelines for formatting error payloads and implementing pagination to maintain robust web-services.

What is the best way to implement API versioning and authentication?

The best way to implement API versioning and authentication is to apply established RESTful mechanisms for resource tracking and secure access. This Skill enforces best practice guidelines for integrating versioning and authentication into your HTTP endpoints.

Can I use this to review existing backend API endpoint definitions?

Yes, you can review existing backend API endpoint definitions. It evaluates your provided web-services specifications for adherence to RESTful principles, ensuring your HTTP methods, status codes, and URL designs are robust and developer-friendly.