autotel-structured-errors

Create and parse structured API errors with actionable fields like fix and link.

7|3|Updated Nov 26, 2025
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Skill: autotel-structured-errors
Source: https://github.com/jagreehal/autotel/tree/main/packages/autotel/skills/autotel-structured-errors
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/jagreehal/autotel --skill autotel-structured-errors

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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What problem does it solve?

This Skill enables consistent creation and parsing of structured errors in APIs and client applications, improving error handling clarity.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Create Structured Errors: Define errors with detailed fields like message, why, fix, link, and cause to ensure actionable feedback.
  • Parse Errors: Extract relevant information from various error types on the client side for user-friendly display.
  • Use Case: When an API returns an error, parse it to show a user-friendly message with suggested fixes and documentation links, enhancing user experience.

Quick Start

Use the autotel-structured-errors skill to handle errors in your API route or client code efficiently.

Frequently Asked Questions about autotel-structured-errors

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

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What is structured API error handling and why do I need it for my client application?

Structured API error handling standardizes error messages with fields like message, why, fix, and link. You need it to parse API errors on the client side and display actionable, user-friendly feedback instead of raw stack traces.

How do I parse API errors to show user-friendly messages and suggested fixes?

To parse API errors into user-friendly messages, extract detailed fields such as message, why, fix, and link from the error response. This provides actionable feedback and documentation links directly within your UI for better user experience.

What fields should I include when creating structured errors for an API route?

When creating structured errors for an API route, include fields like message, why, fix, link, and cause. These fields ensure robust error reporting by providing actionable feedback and context for client-side interpretation.

Can I use structured error parsing for both API routes and client-side code?

Yes, you can use structured error parsing for both API routes and client-side code. It facilitates consistent creation of detailed error messages on the server and extraction of relevant information for UI displays on the client.

What is the best way to standardize API error messages for seamless UI integration?

The best way to standardize API error messages for UI integration is to define errors with actionable fields like fix and link. This approach ensures consistent parsing and user-friendly display across various error types on the client side.

How do I handle different error types from an API on the client side?

To handle different API error types on the client side, parse the structured error response to extract relevant information. This allows you to show a user-friendly message with suggested fixes and documentation links, enhancing user experience.