go-lint-config

Generate .golangci.yml configurations with curated linters for Go microservices.

Updated Jan 17, 2026
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npx skills add https://github.com/saddam-eng-tech/ai-agent-skills --skill go-lint-config
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Skill: go-lint-config
Source: https://github.com/saddam-eng-tech/ai-agent-skills/tree/main/go-lint-config
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/saddam-eng-tech/ai-agent-skills --skill go-lint-config

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill addresses the challenge of setting up comprehensive and effective linting for Go microservices, ensuring code quality, security, and maintainability from the start.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Curated Linter Set: Includes linters for security, nil-safety, error handling, and performance.
  • Inline Explanations: Every enabled linter is explained with an inline comment for clarity.
  • Production-Ready Configuration: Generates a .golangci.yml file suitable for production environments.
  • Makefile Integration: Adds a lint target to your Makefile.
  • CI Snippet: Provides a snippet for GitHub Actions integration.
  • Use Case: When starting a new Go microservice, use this Skill to automatically generate a robust linting configuration that enforces best practices and catches common errors early.

Quick Start

Generate a production-grade .golangci.yml configuration for a gRPC Go service using the standard strictness level.

Frequently Asked Questions about go-lint-config

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

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How do I set up golangci-lint for a Go microservice?

Setting up golangci-lint involves generating a production-grade .golangci.yml file with curated linters for security, nil-safety, and performance. The configuration includes inline comments, Makefile lint targets, and a GitHub Actions CI snippet for automated checks.

What linters should I enable for production Go code quality?

For production Go code quality, enable linters focused on security, nil-safety, error handling, and performance. A curated production-grade configuration provides these linters with inline explanations to enforce best practices and catch common errors early.

Can I customize golangci-lint strictness levels for different Go service types?

Yes, you can customize strictness levels for gRPC, HTTP, CLI, and library service types. The generated .golangci.yml configuration supports adjustable strictness levels tailored to different Go versions and service architectures.

How do I integrate Go linting into a GitHub Actions CI workflow?

You integrate Go linting into GitHub Actions CI by adding a provided configuration snippet. This pairs with a generated .golangci.yml file and a Makefile lint target to automate code quality checks during the CI workflow.

Does this Go linting configuration support gRPC and CLI projects?

Yes, the Go linting configuration explicitly supports gRPC and CLI projects. It accommodates different service types including gRPC, HTTP, CLI, and libraries, providing targeted linter sets with adjustable strictness levels for each architecture.