go-code-audit

Identify and report Go code quality issues with severity levels and remediation recommendations.

19|1|Updated Dec 16, 2025
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/gopherguides/gopher-ai --skill go-code-audit
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Skill: go-code-audit
Source: https://github.com/gopherguides/gopher-ai/tree/main/agent-skills/skills/go-code-audit
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/gopherguides/gopher-ai --skill go-code-audit

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Go projects often suffer from hidden code smells, anti-patterns, and non-idiomatic patterns that hinder maintainability and readability. It surfaces issues when you want to know "how good is this code?" or perform a thorough audit before a release.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Idiomatic Go Patterns: Validates proper use of interfaces, context usage, error wrapping, and goroutine patterns to ensure Go-idiomatic code.
  • Naming, Style & Structure: Checks package naming, acronym consistency, and project structure (internal/ usage, module boundaries, and dependencies).
  • Code Smell Detection: Detects global mutable state, overused init(), and complex or dead code with actionable remediation guidance.
  • Audit & Reporting: Generates a structured report with categorized findings (critical, warning, suggestion) ready for code reviews or governance.

Quick Start

Request a full Go code quality audit on your project by providing the repository path to the skill.

Frequently Asked Questions about go-code-audit

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

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How do I audit Go code for anti-patterns and non-idiomatic structures?

To audit Go code for anti-patterns, you analyze modules, packages, or monorepos to identify non-idiomatic patterns, concurrency issues, and error handling flaws, generating a structured report with severity levels and actionable remediation recommendations.

What is idiomatic Go code and how is it validated?

Idiomatic Go code is validated by checking proper use of interfaces, context usage, error wrapping, and goroutine patterns, alongside package naming and project structure, ensuring your codebase aligns with established Go conventions and maintains readability.

Can I use a Go code audit tool on a large monorepo?

Yes, you can use a Go code audit tool on a large monorepo. The audit scope includes Go modules, single packages, and monorepos, analyzing project structure, internal usage, and module boundaries to surface complex or dead code across the entire repository.

How do I detect Go code smells like global mutable state?

You detect Go code smells like global mutable state and overused init() functions by running an automated quality audit, which identifies hidden anti-patterns and complex code while providing actionable remediation guidance to improve maintainability.

What's the best way to generate a structured Go code review report?

The best way to generate a structured Go code review report is to perform an automated audit that categorizes findings into critical, warning, and suggestion severity levels, producing actionable recommendations ready for governance or release preparation.