go-safety

Detect and prevent common Go programming errors like nil dereferences and concurrency issues.

Updated Jul 7, 2026

Search Tags:#concurrency #safety #Go #defensive coding #nil checks

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npx skills add https://github.com/voidrot/agents --skill go-safety-voidrot

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Skill: go-safety
Source: https://github.com/voidrot/agents/tree/main/skills/golang/go-safety
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/voidrot/agents --skill go-safety-voidrot

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What problem does it solve?

This Skill helps prevent Go panics, aliasing bugs, concurrent map access, leaks, numeric truncation, and unsafe zero values, ensuring robust and safe Go code.

Core Features & Use Cases

Prevent Panics: Identify and prevent common causes of Go panics.
Defensive Coding: Implement defensive coding practices for Go.
Concurrency Protection: Safeguard against concurrent map access and resource leaks.
Use Case: Use this Skill to review and improve the safety of your Go codebase, reducing the risk of runtime errors and improving code reliability.

Quick Start

Run the go-safety skill on your Go project to automatically check for common safety issues.

Frequently Asked Questions about go-safety

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

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How do I prevent nil pointer dereferences and panics in Go code?▼

Prevent nil pointer dereferences and panics in Go code by applying defensive coding practices to identify unsafe zero values and add necessary nil checks before pointer access, ensuring robust runtime execution.

What is the best way to avoid slice and map aliasing bugs in Go?▼

Avoiding slice and map aliasing bugs in Go requires identifying shared reference issues during codebase review. Implementing defensive copying prevents unexpected data mutation across concurrent operations.

How do I safeguard against concurrent map access and resource leaks in Go?▼

Safeguard against concurrent map access and resource leaks in Go by applying concurrency protection mechanisms. Reviewing your codebase detects concurrent issues and prevents unsafe simultaneous read-write operations.

Can I use this to check for numeric truncation and unsafe zero values in my Go project?▼

Yes, you can check for numeric truncation and unsafe zero values in your Go project. The process evaluates your codebase against standard library criteria to prevent these specific common programming errors.

Do I need the Go runtime and standard library to run safety checks?▼

Yes, you need the Go runtime and standard library installed to run safety checks. The execution environment depends on these foundational components to accurately identify and prevent common Go programming errors.