skills.rest
saddam-eng-tech
saddam-eng-techCOMMUNITY
Explore all skills by this author →
GitHub

go-test-skeleton

Generate Go _test.go files with gomock and three test cases per method.

Updated Jan 17, 2026
Search Tags:#unit tests#testing#scaffolding#go#gomock#service interface
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/saddam-eng-tech/ai-agent-skills --skill go-test-skeleton
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: go-test-skeleton
Source: https://github.com/saddam-eng-tech/ai-agent-skills/tree/main/go-test-skeleton
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/saddam-eng-tech/ai-agent-skills --skill go-test-skeleton

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Writing comprehensive unit tests for Go services can be time-consuming and repetitive, especially setting up mocks and covering various error scenarios.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Automated Test Generation: Creates a _test.go file for Go service interfaces.
  • Mocking Setup: Integrates gomock for dependency mocking.
  • Test Case Coverage: Generates at least three test cases per method: success, validation error, and downstream error.
  • Use Case: When you define a new Go service interface, use this skill to instantly scaffold a robust test file, ensuring good test coverage from the start.

Quick Start

Generate unit tests for the provided Go service interface.

Frequently Asked Questions about go-test-skeleton

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I generate Go unit tests for a service interface?▼

To scaffold Go unit tests, input your service interface definition. The skill generates a _test.go file with gomock dependency setup and three test cases per method: success, validation error, and downstream error.

How does gomock setup work for Go microservices?▼

Gomock setup for Go microservices is automated by generating mock dependencies directly in the _test.go file. This scaffolding ensures service interfaces are properly mocked to test interactions and error scenarios without relying on real downstream implementations.

Can I use this to scaffold tests for existing Go libraries?▼

Yes, this skill applies to Go microservices and libraries requiring thorough unit test scaffolding. It generates a robust _test.go file for any provided service interface, ensuring good test coverage from the start.

What's the best way to cover error scenarios in Go unit tests?▼

The best way to cover error scenarios is to generate multiple structured test cases per method. This skill automatically scaffolds validation error and downstream error cases alongside a success case for every service interface method.

What test cases are generated for each Go service method?▼

Three test cases are generated for each method: success, validation error, and downstream error. This ensures thorough unit test coverage and adherence to common testing patterns.

Related Skills

Explore More Software Engineering Skills→
HyperDbgHyperDbg
85

test-generator

Generate Go unit test skeletons from interface definitions.

Official
Intermediate
kis9akis9a

test-generator

Generate go test-ready *_test.go files for Go functions.

Community
Advanced
sammcjsammcj
155

Writing Go Tests

Apply Go 1.24+ testing best practices to test files and strategies.

Community
Intermediate
the-perfect-developerthe-perfect-developer
11

go-testing

Write Go unit tests using the standard testing package.

Community
Advanced