forms

Manage web form state and validation with @tanstack/react-form and zod.

Updated Nov 19, 2025
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/alexturpin/cf-app-starter --skill forms-alexturpin
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Skill: forms
Source: https://github.com/alexturpin/cf-app-starter/tree/main/.opencode/skills/forms
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/alexturpin/cf-app-starter --skill forms-alexturpin

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill addresses the complexities of managing user input in web applications by providing a standardized approach to form state, validation, and user experience rules.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Form State Management: Leverages @tanstack/react-form for efficient handling of form data and submission states.
  • Data Validation: Implements robust validation using zod schemas, ensuring data integrity on both client and server sides.
  • UX Enhancement: Disables native browser validation UI to provide a consistent and controlled validation experience.
  • Use Case: Building a user registration form where fields like email and password require specific formats and minimum lengths. This Skill ensures these rules are enforced client-side before submission, improving user feedback and reducing server load.

Quick Start

Use the forms skill to create a new form with email and password fields, validating that the email is in a valid format and the password is at least 8 characters long.

Frequently Asked Questions about forms

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I manage form state and validation in a React application?

You can manage form state and validation in a React application by utilizing @tanstack/react-form for state handling and zod schemas for robust data validation. This approach ensures data integrity on both client and server sides.

What is the best way to enforce specific input formats like email and password in web forms?

The best way to enforce specific input formats for email and password fields is by implementing zod schema-based validation. This method enforces client-side rules, such as minimum lengths and valid formats, before form submission.

Does this form handling approach disable native browser validation UI?

Yes, this form handling approach disables native browser validation UI to provide a consistent and controlled user experience. It relies entirely on zod schemas and @tanstack/react-form for validation feedback instead of the browser's default interface.

How do I use zod schemas for client-side validation before submission?

You use zod schemas for client-side validation by defining strict data structures for your form fields, such as email formats and password lengths. The form state manager applies these rules to ensure data integrity before the submission process begins.

Can I use @tanstack/react-form to handle complex user registration forms?

Yes, you can use @tanstack/react-form to handle complex user registration forms. It efficiently manages form data and submission states while integrating with zod to enforce specific field requirements like email formats and password lengths.