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go-practices

Standardize Go service dependency injection with consumer-defined interfaces and exported constructors.

12|1|Updated Feb 13, 2026
Search Tags:#testing#golang#go#project-structure#dependency-injection#mockery#interface-design
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npx skills add https://github.com/ovargas/virtual-team --skill go-practices-ovargas
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Skill: go-practices
Source: https://github.com/ovargas/virtual-team/tree/main/examples/skills/go-practices
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/ovargas/virtual-team --skill go-practices-ovargas

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Go developers often struggle to keep projects consistent as they scale, leading to brittle code and hard-to-test services. This skill defines standard patterns for dependency injection, interface design, and idiomatic Go project structure to promote loose coupling and testability.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Dependency Injection Patterns: Use consumer-defined interfaces and exported constructors to decouple implementations and enable easy mocking.
  • Interface Design & Testing: Emphasize interface-first design and harness mockery for isolated unit tests.
  • Project Structure & Best Practices: Enforce an idiomatic Go module layout with clear layer separation for scalable codebases.
  • Use Case: Start a new Go service with a clean architecture that supports easy testing, mock generation, and straightforward maintenance.

Quick Start

Configure your Go project to adopt consumer-defined interfaces, exported constructors, and a modular layout; set up mock generation for interfaces used across modules.

Frequently Asked Questions about go-practices

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I structure a Go project for dependency injection and testability?▼

Structure a Go project for testability by adopting consumer-defined interfaces and exported constructors to decouple implementations, enabling easy mocking and straightforward maintenance.

What is the best way to generate mocks for Go interfaces used across modules?▼

Generate mocks for Go interfaces by integrating mockery into your testing workflow, which automates mock creation for consumer-defined interfaces used across different modules.

Why does my Go service become hard to test as the codebase scales?▼

Go services become hard to test when scaling due to tight coupling and inconsistent patterns; standardizing dependency injection and interface design promotes loose coupling and testability.

Can I apply these Go project structure patterns to existing services?▼

You can apply these patterns to existing Go services across modules by refactoring to use consumer-defined interfaces, exported constructors, and a module-friendly layout to improve decoupling.

Do I need consumer-defined interfaces for dependency injection in Golang?▼

Consumer-defined interfaces are required for this dependency injection approach, ensuring implementations are decoupled from consumers and enabling isolated unit tests with generated mocks.

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