go-best-practices

Review Go code for idiomatic compliance and best practices.

1|Updated Feb 20, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/lklimek/claudius --skill go-best-practices-lklimek
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: go-best-practices
Source: https://github.com/lklimek/claudius/tree/main/skills/go-best-practices
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/lklimek/claudius --skill go-best-practices-lklimek

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill provides comprehensive guidance on Go programming best practices, helping developers write cleaner, more efficient, and maintainable Go code.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Idiomatic Go: Learn and apply Go's standard conventions for code style, error handling, and concurrency.
  • Code Review Aid: Use as a checklist during code reviews to ensure adherence to best practices.
  • Learning Resource: Understand common Go patterns, pitfalls, and recommended tools.
  • Use Case: When starting a new Go project or refactoring existing code, consult this Skill for guidance on structuring your project, handling errors, and implementing concurrent features.

Quick Start

Use the go-best-practices skill to review the provided Go code snippet for idiomatic compliance.

Frequently Asked Questions about go-best-practices

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

FAQPage Schema
What are the best practices for writing idiomatic Go code?

Idiomatic Go involves using standard conventions for code style, error handling, and concurrency. You can enforce these patterns using tools like gofmt, goimports, and golangci-lint to ensure your code adheres to community standards.

How do I handle errors properly in Golang?

Proper error handling in Golang requires checking errors immediately and wrapping them with context. Following Go best practices ensures errors are managed cleanly and predictably rather than using panic for standard control flow.

How do I write table-driven tests in Go?

Table-driven tests in Go use a struct slice to define test cases and loop through them with t.Run. This best practice keeps test logic clean, maintainable, and easily extensible for new scenarios.

Does this Go best practices guidance support older versions like 1.20?

No, the Go best practices guidance strictly enforces Go version 1.21 and above. Developers should ensure their environment is updated to leverage the latest idioms and language features.

What is the best way to review Go code for concurrency patterns?

Reviewing Go concurrency patterns involves checking goroutine synchronization and channel usage against established idioms. Using a best practices checklist helps identify race conditions and ensures safe concurrent execution.

Why should I use golangci-lint for my Go project?

Golangci-lint is enforced as a best practice because it aggregates fast linters to catch common Go pitfalls and style violations. Integrating it ensures your codebase remains maintainable and aligned with idiomatic conventions.