convex-best-practices

Enforce structured organization, validation, and error handling for Convex applications.

Updated Nov 2, 2025
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/cpmappstudio/cpca-sports --skill convex-best-practices-cpmappstudio
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Skill: convex-best-practices
Source: https://github.com/cpmappstudio/cpca-sports/tree/main/.agents/skills/convex-best-practices
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/cpmappstudio/cpca-sports --skill convex-best-practices-cpmappstudio

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Convex Best Practices provide a structured blueprint for building production-ready Convex applications, improving reliability, maintainability, and developer velocity by enforcing patterns and standards.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Function organization: group related Convex functions by domain (e.g., users.ts, tasks.ts) to keep APIs cohesive and scalable.
  • Validation and typing: require explicit validators and end-to-end TypeScript typing to catch errors early and ensure data integrity.
  • Error handling and safety: standardize error handling with user-facing messages and safe fallbacks, reducing crash risk.
  • Scalable patterns: apply reactive queries, indexing, and internal/public function separation to support multi-domain apps.

Quick Start

Organize your Convex project by domain, enable validators and TypeScript, and implement robust error handling as demonstrated.

Frequently Asked Questions about convex-best-practices

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

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How do I structure a scalable Convex application architecture?

To structure scalable Convex applications, group related functions by domain into files like users.ts and tasks.ts. This domain-based organization keeps APIs cohesive and ensures maintainable architecture as the project grows.

How do I set up validation and TypeScript typing in Convex?

Set up Convex validation by requiring explicit return validators and enforcing end-to-end TypeScript typing. This catches errors early during development and ensures strict data integrity across your reactive queries.

What is the best way to handle errors in Convex functions?

The best way to handle errors in Convex functions is standardizing error handling with user-facing messages and safe fallbacks. This approach reduces crash risk and improves application reliability.

Do I need TypeScript to use Convex best practices for production apps?

Yes, TypeScript usage is a requirement for building production-ready Convex applications with these best practices. Explicit validators and end-to-end typing depend on TypeScript to catch errors early.

How do I separate public and internal functions in Convex?

Separate public and internal Convex functions by applying clear boundaries between them within your domain files. This separation supports scalable patterns and secures multi-domain applications.

When should I apply indexing and reactive queries in Convex?

Apply indexing and reactive queries in Convex when supporting multi-domain apps that require scalable patterns. These techniques optimize data fetching and ensure real-time synchronization across your application.