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api-dev

Scaffold, test, document, and debug REST and GraphQL APIs with curl and Python.

Updated Mar 1, 2026
Search Tags:#testing#debugging#api#openapi#rest#graphql#curl
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Skill: api-dev
Source: https://github.com/zangxin75/openclaw-skills/tree/main/api-dev
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/zangxin75/openclaw-skills --skill api-dev-zangxin75

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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

What problem does it solve?

This Skill streamlines the entire API development lifecycle, from initial scaffolding to debugging complex HTTP issues, saving developers significant time and effort.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • API Scaffolding: Quickly set up new REST or GraphQL endpoints.
  • Testing: Write and execute integration tests using curl or Python scripts.
  • Documentation: Generate and validate OpenAPI/Swagger specifications.
  • Mocking: Create mock API services for isolated development.
  • Debugging: Troubleshoot HTTP requests, responses, and CORS issues.
  • Use Case: You need to create a new /users endpoint for your web application, write tests to ensure it handles POST and GET requests correctly, and generate an OpenAPI spec for documentation.

Quick Start

Use the api-dev skill to test a GET request to https://api.example.com/users and display the JSON response.

Frequently Asked Questions about api-dev

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I test a REST API endpoint using curl?▼

You can test a REST API endpoint using curl by executing command-line scripts to send HTTP requests and validate JSON responses. This Skill scaffolds integration tests using curl and Python to verify endpoint behaviors automatically.

What's the best way to generate an OpenAPI specification for my API?▼

The best way to generate an OpenAPI specification is to use scripting tools that validate your API structure against the Swagger schema. This Skill automates OpenAPI specification generation and validation during the endpoint scaffolding process.

Do I need Python and Node installed to debug HTTP requests?▼

Yes, you need Python3, Node, and curl installed to debug HTTP requests using this Skill. These dependencies are required to execute the command-line scripts that troubleshoot HTTP responses and CORS issues.

Can I create a mock API service for isolated frontend development?▼

Yes, you can create a mock API service for isolated frontend development. This Skill includes API mocking capabilities to simulate REST and GraphQL endpoints, allowing you to develop independently of backend availability.

How do I scaffold a new GraphQL API from scratch?▼

You can scaffold a new GraphQL API from scratch by running the provided command-line scripts. This Skill quickly sets up new GraphQL endpoints and generates the necessary boilerplate to start building your queries and mutations.

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