go-concurrency-patterns

Provide reusable Go concurrency patterns for goroutines, channels, and context.

3|1|Updated Feb 3, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/duanbiao2000/obsidianDoc26 --skill go-concurrency-patterns-duanbiao2000
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Skill: go-concurrency-patterns
Source: https://github.com/duanbiao2000/obsidianDoc26/tree/main/agents-main/plugins/systems-programming/skills/go-concurrency-patterns
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/duanbiao2000/obsidianDoc26 --skill go-concurrency-patterns-duanbiao2000

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Go concurrency patterns help developers manage parallel tasks, coordinate goroutines, and ensure safe synchronization in Go applications.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Go Concurrency Primitives: goroutines, channels, select, sync.Mutex, sync.WaitGroup, context.Context for cancellation and deadlines.
  • Patterns: Worker Pool, Fan-Out/Fan-In Pipeline, Bounded Concurrency with Semaphore, Graceful Shutdown, Error Group with Cancellation, Concurrent Map.
  • Use Case: Build high-throughput services, implement pipelines, and coordinate asynchronous work with proper cancellation and error handling.

Quick Start

Execute the included example to launch a context with timeout and coordinated workers, then observe the results.

Frequently Asked Questions about go-concurrency-patterns

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

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How do I implement a worker pool in Go using goroutines and channels?

Implement a worker pool in Go using goroutines and channels by coordinating concurrent tasks with sync.WaitGroup and using reusable patterns to ensure safe synchronization and high throughput.

What is the best way to handle graceful shutdowns in concurrent Go services?

Graceful shutdowns in concurrent Go services are handled using context.Context for cancellation and deadlines, coordinating goroutines to safely terminate without losing data during shutdowns.

How does the Fan-Out Fan-In pipeline pattern work in Go for data processing?

The Fan-Out Fan-In pipeline pattern in Go works by distributing data across multiple goroutines for parallel processing and aggregating results through channels to maximize concurrent data processing throughput.

Can I use sync.Mutex and context to manage bounded concurrency in Go?

Yes, you can manage bounded concurrency in Go using sync.Mutex for safe synchronization and context.Context for cancellation, applying the Semaphore pattern to limit resource usage in concurrent services.

Why do I need context for error handling and timeouts in Go goroutines?

You need context for error handling and timeouts in Go goroutines to coordinate asynchronous work, safely propagate cancellation signals, and prevent goroutine leaks in production-grade software.