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go/api-design

Design idiomatic Go HTTP APIs with chi router, middleware, and JSON helpers.

3|1|Updated Feb 10, 2026
Search Tags:#middleware#go#http#api-design#chi-router#json-helpers
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Skill: go/api-design
Source: https://github.com/deandum/claude-resources/tree/main/skills/go/api-design
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/deandum/claude-resources --skill go-api-design-deandum

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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What problem does it solve?

Go HTTP API patterns with chi router, handler structures, and reusable middleware reduce boilerplate and increase reliability in server apps.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Structured HTTP handlers: Handlers as methods with dependencies and a clean Routes() wiring using chi.
  • Middleware & helpers: Standardized request IDs, logging, error handling, and JSON helpers for consistent responses.
  • Server configuration patterns: Centralized timeouts and graceful shutdown for robust Go services.
  • Use Case: Build a REST API with /api/v1/users endpoints, including GET and POST, with proper validation and responses.

Quick Start

Create a Go API service using chi by wiring routes with a Handler, applying middleware, and exposing a /api/v1 router.

Frequently Asked Questions about go/api-design

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I structure Go HTTP handlers using chi router for a production API?▼

Structure Go HTTP handlers using chi router by defining handlers as methods with injected dependencies and wiring routes through a clean Routes() function. This modular approach reduces boilerplate and increases reliability in server apps.

What is the best way to implement middleware for request IDs and logging in a Go API?▼

The best way to implement middleware in a Go API is using standardized chi router middleware for request IDs, logging, and error handling. This ensures consistent JSON responses and reduces boilerplate across server endpoints.

How do I configure graceful shutdown and timeouts for a Go HTTP server?▼

Configure graceful shutdown and timeouts for a Go HTTP server by applying centralized server configuration patterns. This involves setting explicit timeout values and handling shutdown signals to ensure robust Go services.

Can I build a REST API with /api/v1/users endpoints using chi patterns in Go?▼

Yes, you can build a REST API with /api/v1/users endpoints using chi patterns in Go. The approach supports GET and POST methods with proper request decoding, validation, and consistent JSON helper responses.

Do I need external dependencies to handle JSON request decoding and error handling in Go?▼

You do not need external dependencies beyond the chi router to handle JSON request decoding and error handling in Go. The design utilizes built-in JSON helpers and standardized middleware for consistent API responses.

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