go-code-style

Review Go source code for readability and idiomatic clarity beyond gofmt.

Updated Jul 7, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/voidrot/agents --skill go-code-style-voidrot
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: go-code-style
Source: https://github.com/voidrot/agents/tree/main/skills/golang/go-code-style
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/voidrot/agents --skill go-code-style-voidrot

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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What problem does it solve?

The go-code-style skill addresses the need for readability and idiomatic clarity in Go code that gofmt alone cannot provide.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Improve Readability: Enhances control flow, declarations, and comments in Go code.
  • Code Review: Assists with code review by highlighting issues that are not caught by gofmt.
  • Use Case: Integrate into your workflow to improve the readability and maintainability of your Go codebase.

Quick Start

Run the go-code-style skill on your Go code: go-code-style your-code.go

Frequently Asked Questions about go-code-style

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

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How do I improve Go code readability beyond what gofmt provides?

To improve Go code readability beyond gofmt, you review source code for error handling, code structure, and variable naming to enhance idiomatic clarity and maintainability.

What is idiomatic Go code structure and why does it matter?

Idiomatic Go code structure focuses on clear control flow, declarations, and comments, solving readability issues that gofmt cannot catch to ensure long-term codebase maintainability.

How do I review Go source code for maintainability issues?

Review Go source code for maintainability by analyzing error handling patterns, code structure, and variable naming to highlight readability issues not caught by gofmt.

Can I use go-code-style to check variable naming and error handling in Go?

Yes, you can check variable naming and error handling in Go to highlight issues that gofmt misses, focusing specifically on readability and idiomatic clarity.

Does go-code-style replace gofmt for formatting Go source files?

No, go-code-style does not replace gofmt; it focuses on readability aspects beyond simple formatting, such as error handling, code structure, and variable naming.

What are the limitations of using gofmt for Go code quality?

The limitations of gofmt for Go code quality include its inability to catch structural issues, error handling inefficiencies, and poor variable naming, requiring additional readability reviews.