go-cli-development

Automate Go CLI setup with project structure, version injection, and release configuration.

1|1|Updated May 3, 2026

Search Tags:#versioning #cli #golang #go #homebrew #project-structure #goreleaser

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npx skills add https://github.com/matt-riley/agent-skills --skill go-cli-development

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Skill: go-cli-development
Source: https://github.com/matt-riley/agent-skills/tree/main/skills/go-cli-development
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/matt-riley/agent-skills --skill go-cli-development

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Go CLI development often lacks a standardized project layout, version injection, and release wiring, leading to inconsistencies and slower delivery.

Core Features & Use Cases

Canonical project structure: main.go → cmd/ → internal/ with clean separation of concerns.
Version injection and build metadata wired into the binary via ldflags and goreleaser configuration.
Release packaging and distribution setup for multi-platform binaries (Homebrew + tar.gz / darwin linux builds).
Guidance for config wiring (viper), signal handling, and testability.

Quick Start

Scaffold a new Go CLI project following the canonical main.go → cmd/ → internal/ structure and wire version injection.

Frequently Asked Questions about go-cli-development

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

FAQPage Schema

How do I structure a Go CLI project for maintainability and releases?▼

A canonical Go CLI project structure separates concerns across main.go, cmd/, and internal/ directories. This layout ensures clean subcommand wiring and prepares the codebase for version injection and release packaging.

How do I inject version metadata into a Go binary during builds?▼

You inject version metadata into a Go binary by wiring ldflags during the build process. This passes version information at compile time, making the build metadata available within the CLI at runtime.

What's the best way to distribute a Go CLI binary to Homebrew?▼

Distributing a Go CLI to Homebrew involves configuring goreleaser to package multi-platform binaries for darwin and linux. goreleaser automates the tar.gz archive creation and generates the Homebrew formula for tap distribution.

Can I integrate config file handling into my Go CLI using viper?▼

Yes, you can integrate config file handling into a Go CLI using viper. The setup provides guidance on wiring viper configuration alongside signal handling and output formatting to ensure a robust command-line experience.

Does goreleaser support cross-compiling Go CLIs for multiple platforms?▼

goreleaser supports cross-compiling Go CLIs by building multi-platform binaries for darwin and linux. It automates the creation of tar.gz archives and release configuration, streamlining the release packaging process.