convex-best-practices

Codify Convex best practices for function organization, validators, error handling, and TypeScript.

Updated Feb 1, 2026
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Skill: convex-best-practices
Source: https://github.com/EricJamesCrow/smartpockets/tree/main/.claude/skills/convex-best-practices
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/EricJamesCrow/smartpockets --skill convex-best-practices-ericjamescrow

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Convex application teams often reinvent patterns for function organization, validation, error handling, and TypeScript usage. This skill codifies best practices to help teams build production-ready Convex apps with consistency and safety.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Domain-based function organization guidelines for Convex apps.
  • Explicit validators for arguments and returns, plus robust error handling patterns and TypeScript best practices.
  • Guidance for designing queries, mutations, and the separation of internal vs public functions in production-grade systems.

Quick Start

Follow these guidelines to structure your Convex project with domain-driven function organization, strict validators, and robust error handling.

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 production-ready Convex application?

Production-ready Convex applications require domain-driven code organization, separating internal and public functions across queries and mutations to maintain robust architecture. This approach codifies function organization guidelines for complex apps.

What's the best way to handle errors and validate arguments in Convex?

Handling errors and validating arguments in Convex requires explicit validators on arguments and returns alongside standardized error handling patterns. This ensures strict type validation and safety for production-grade systems.

How do I organize Convex queries and mutations for domain-driven design?

Organizing Convex queries and mutations for domain-driven design involves grouping functions by domain boundaries. This provides clear separation between internal and public functions, ensuring scalable architecture for complex applications.

Do I need TypeScript for strict type validation in Convex apps?

TypeScript is required for strict type validation in Convex apps to ensure production readiness. Using TypeScript with explicit validators on arguments and returns enforces safety and consistency across your application.

Why do my Convex functions lack consistent error handling patterns?

Convex functions lack consistent error handling when teams reinvent patterns without standardized guidelines. Codifying best practices for robust error handling and explicit validators solves this inconsistency in production-grade systems.