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api-gateway

Automate AWS API Gateway configuration for REST, HTTP, and WebSocket APIs.

Updated Mar 13, 2026
Search Tags:#security#troubleshooting#aws#api#rest-api#gateway
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/colinmxs/double-hexagon --skill api-gateway-colinmxs
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Skill: api-gateway
Source: https://github.com/colinmxs/double-hexagon/tree/main/.kiro/skills/api-gateway
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/colinmxs/double-hexagon --skill api-gateway-colinmxs

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

AWS API Gateway can be complex to configure, operate, and secure at scale; this Skill provides clear guidance for designing, integrating, and securing APIs across REST, HTTP, and WebSocket endpoints.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Supports REST, HTTP, and WebSocket APIs with multiple integration types (Lambda Proxy, Lambda Custom, HTTP Proxy, AWS Service, Mock).
  • Handles authorization, rate limiting, CORS, deployment stages, and observability for reliable API ecosystems.
  • Use cases include creating APIs, wiring integrations, enforcing security, managing stages, and troubleshooting API issues.

Quick Start

Create a REST API, connect it to a Lambda function, and deploy to the prod stage.

Frequently Asked Questions about api-gateway

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I configure AWS API Gateway for REST, HTTP, and WebSocket APIs?▼

AWS API Gateway configuration for REST, HTTP, and WebSocket APIs is automated by providing structured guidance for API creation, integration setup, and deployment workflows. It supports multiple integration types including Lambda Proxy and Mock.

What is the best way to secure AWS API Gateway endpoints in production?▼

Securing AWS API Gateway endpoints in production involves configuring authorization, enforcing rate limiting, and applying CORS policies. These security best practices are supported directly to protect APIs across multiple endpoint types.

Can I use Lambda proxy integration with AWS API Gateway stage management?▼

Lambda proxy integration works with AWS API Gateway stage management by wiring integrations during API creation and deploying them to specified stages. This combination ensures reliable API ecosystems with structured deployment workflows.

Why is my AWS API Gateway REST API deployment not working?▼

AWS API Gateway REST API deployment issues are addressed through built-in troubleshooting for production environments. Structured guidance helps identify configuration errors across integrations, stages, and authorization policies to resolve failures.

Does AWS API Gateway support rate limiting and observability for HTTP APIs?▼

AWS API Gateway supports rate limiting and observability for HTTP APIs to maintain reliable API ecosystems. These features handle traffic control and monitoring alongside stage management and deployment workflows.

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