go/concurrency

Provide reusable Go concurrency patterns for safe parallel execution.

3|1|Updated Feb 10, 2026
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Skill: go/concurrency
Source: https://github.com/deandum/claude-resources/tree/main/skills/go/concurrency
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/deandum/claude-resources --skill go-concurrency-deandum

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Go developers often struggle coordinating multiple goroutines and synchronization primitives safely. This Skill provides reusable patterns for concurrency in Go, including errgroup coordination, worker pools, fan-out/fan-in pipelines, and rate limiting to improve reliability and throughput.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Errgroup orchestration: manage lifecycle and error propagation of goroutines.
  • Worker pool pattern: scalable parallel processing with bounded concurrency.
  • Fan-out / fan-in: parallel fetches and aggregations with safe synchronization.
  • Pipeline processing: staged processing with channel-backed flows and cancellation.
  • Guardrails & correctness: safe channel usage, cancellation, and resource cleanup in production services.
  • Use Case: apply these patterns to a high-throughput HTTP server, data processor, or background task runner to improve latency and reliability.

Quick Start

Start by integrating the worker pool pattern to safely process tasks concurrently.

Frequently Asked Questions about go/concurrency

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

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How do I handle error propagation with goroutines in Go?

Error propagation with goroutines in Go is managed using the errgroup pattern to coordinate lifecycle and safely synchronize errors. This ensures structured parallel execution and immediate failure cancellation.

How to implement a worker pool for bounded concurrency in Go?

Implementing a worker pool for bounded concurrency in Go uses reusable patterns to limit active goroutines. This enables scalable parallel processing and prevents resource exhaustion in high-throughput applications.

What is the best way to build a fan-out fan-in pipeline in Go?

The best way to build a fan-out fan-in pipeline in Go is using channel-backed flows for parallel fetches and aggregations. This pattern ensures safe synchronization and staged processing with cancellation across workers.

Does errgroup support context cancellation for Go pipelines?

Errgroup supports context cancellation for Go pipelines by managing goroutine lifecycle and safely propagating errors. It ensures structured coordination and immediate resource cleanup when pipeline flows are cancelled.

When do I need safe channel synchronization in Go production services?

Safe channel synchronization in Go production services is needed when coordinating multiple goroutines, worker pools, or pipelines. It provides guardrails for correct resource cleanup, cancellation, and bounded concurrency.

How do I add rate limiting to Go goroutines for parallel processing?

Add rate limiting to Go goroutines for parallel processing by applying reusable concurrency patterns to channel-backed flows. This improves throughput reliability and prevents overwhelming downstream resources in workers.