go-concurrency-patterns

Implement Go worker pools and pipelines using goroutines and channels.

1|Updated Jan 17, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/kurokeita/ai-agent --skill go-concurrency-patterns
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: go-concurrency-patterns
Source: https://github.com/kurokeita/ai-agent/tree/main/skills/go-concurrency-patterns
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/kurokeita/ai-agent --skill go-concurrency-patterns

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Go developers often face challenges in designing reliable, scalable concurrent code. This Skill provides practical patterns and guidelines to coordinate goroutines, channels, and context safely, reducing race conditions and leaks.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Worker pools and pipelines for parallel task processing
  • Fan-out/fan-in patterns to balance workload
  • Graceful shutdown and cancellation using context
  • Error handling across concurrent operations

Quick Start

Run the provided worker pool example to observe concurrency patterns in action.

Frequently Asked Questions about go-concurrency-patterns

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I implement a worker pool in Go to process tasks concurrently?

Implement a worker pool in Go by coordinating goroutines and channels to process tasks concurrently. This pattern balances workload distribution across parallel workers, preventing resource exhaustion while maintaining safe concurrent execution.

What is the best way to handle graceful shutdown for goroutines using context?

Graceful shutdown using context involves propagating cancellation signals to active goroutines. This mechanism ensures concurrent operations terminate safely, preventing goroutine leaks when applications stop or timeouts occur.

How do I prevent race conditions in Go concurrent applications?

Prevent race conditions in Go concurrent applications by applying safe coordination patterns with sync primitives and channels. Proper synchronization ensures data access remains protected across multiple executing goroutines.

How does the fan-out fan-in pattern work for balancing workload in Go?

The fan-out fan-in pattern distributes workload by dispatching tasks to multiple goroutines and aggregating their results via channels. This approach maximizes parallel processing throughput while maintaining safe result collection.

How do I handle errors across concurrent operations in Go pipelines?

Handle errors across concurrent Go pipeline operations by propagating them through dedicated channels alongside data streams. This ensures error handling remains centralized without blocking concurrent processing stages.

When should I use pipelines versus worker pools for parallel task processing in Go?

Use pipelines for streaming data through sequential concurrent stages, and worker pools for processing independent parallel tasks. Choose based on whether your workload requires ordered data transformation or parallel job execution.