go-i18n-localizing

Localize Go applications with ICU MessageFormat and JSON translation bundles.

23|2|Updated Jun 9, 2025
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Skill: go-i18n-localizing
Source: https://github.com/kaptinlin/gozod/tree/main/.agents/skills/go-i18n-localizing
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/kaptinlin/gozod --skill go-i18n-localizing

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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What problem does it solve?

Localize Go applications by providing ICU MessageFormat-enabled translations using the go-i18n package, enabling multi-language interfaces with deterministic formatting.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Loading translation bundles (JSON) and configuring locale fallbacks for HTTP services and CLI tools.
  • Rendering localized strings with ICU MessageFormat syntax, including pluralization and variable substitution.
  • Real-world use cases include API responses in multiple locales, user-facing messages in web services, and command-line tools with locale-aware output.

Quick Start

Set up a Go project to localize messages using go-i18n and ICU MessageFormat by loading translation files and formatting output for a target locale.

Frequently Asked Questions about go-i18n-localizing

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

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How do I localize Go applications using ICU MessageFormat?

To localize Go applications with ICU MessageFormat, you load JSON translation bundles, configure a default locale with fallbacks, and use Localizer instances for per-request message rendering. This supports pluralization and variable substitution.

How do I load JSON translation bundles and configure locale fallbacks in Golang?

Loading JSON translation bundles in Golang involves initializing a Bundle-based workflow to set a default locale and define fallback rules. Localizer instances are then created to resolve user locales and render appropriate translated strings.

Does go-i18n support pluralization and variable substitution for HTTP API responses?

Yes, go-i18n supports pluralization and variable substitution for HTTP API responses using ICU MessageFormat syntax. You create per-request Localizer instances to render deterministic, locale-aware messages dynamically.

Can I use ICU MessageFormat localization for CLI tools in Go?

ICU MessageFormat localization is fully applicable for CLI tools in Go. By loading JSON translation bundles and configuring locale fallbacks, command-line tools can generate runtime messages with locale-aware output.

What is the best way to resolve user locales with fallbacks in a Go web service?

The best way to resolve user locales with fallbacks in a Go web service is through a Bundle-based workflow. It matches the requested locale against loaded JSON translation bundles and falls back to a default locale when specific translations are missing.

Why do I need a Bundle and Localizer instances for Go i18n?

A Bundle is required for Go i18n to load and store JSON translation files and configure default locales. Localizer instances are then needed to resolve specific locales per request and render ICU MessageFormat strings with deterministic formatting.