go-best-practices

Enforce idiomatic Go patterns and architectural standards in code reviews.

1|Updated May 21, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/hiddink-ai/hiddink-harness --skill go-best-practices-hiddink-ai
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Skill: go-best-practices
Source: https://github.com/hiddink-ai/hiddink-harness/tree/main/templates/skills/go-best-practices
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/hiddink-ai/hiddink-harness --skill go-best-practices-hiddink-ai

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill addresses the challenge of maintaining consistent, idiomatic, and high-quality Go code across a project by codifying the patterns defined in Effective Go.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Idiomatic Enforcement: Standardizes formatting, naming conventions, and control structures to ensure code readability.
  • Best Practice Guidance: Provides clear rules for concurrency, error handling, and interface design to prevent common pitfalls.
  • Use Case: When refactoring a legacy codebase or onboarding new team members, use this Skill to audit existing code against official Go standards and suggest improvements for concurrency and error management.

Quick Start

Apply the go-best-practices skill to review the current package for idiomatic compliance and suggest necessary refactors.

Frequently Asked Questions about go-best-practices

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

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How do I ensure my Go code follows idiomatic patterns during a code review?

To ensure idiomatic Go code during a code review, apply standardized rules for formatting, naming conventions, and control structures based on official documentation to guarantee readability and maintainability.

What is the best way to refactor a legacy Golang codebase for better error handling?

The best way to refactor a legacy Golang codebase for error handling is to audit existing code against official standards and apply robust error management rules to prevent common pitfalls.

How do I manage concurrency in Go to maintain performance and maintainability?

To manage concurrency in Go effectively, apply best practice guidance that provides clear rules for concurrency patterns, ensuring efficient performance and long-term maintainability.

Can I use this approach to standardize code for new team members onboarding to a Go project?

Yes, you can standardize code for new team members by auditing existing packages against official Go standards to ensure consistent formatting and architectural compliance.

When do I need to enforce idiomatic Go architectural standards?

You need to enforce idiomatic Go architectural standards when performing code reviews, refactoring tasks, or developing new features to ensure consistent formatting and efficient concurrency management.