golang

Develop idiomatic Go applications with structured patterns and tooling workflows.

1|Updated Jan 18, 2026
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Skill: golang
Source: https://github.com/anntnzrb/agents/tree/main/assets/skills/golang
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/anntnzrb/agents --skill golang-anntnzrb

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Go developers often struggle to apply idiomatic patterns, manage dependencies, tests, and tooling across services and CLI apps. This skill provides a structured approach to writing Go code with modern patterns, reliable concurrency, and maintainable architecture. It also guides repository organization, testing strategies, and tooling configuration for consistent, production-ready Go projects.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Idiomatic Go patterns: functional options, dependency injection, error handling, interfaces, and modular design.
  • Concurrency and reliability: goroutines, channels, context, errgroup, worker pools, and safe synchronization.
  • Tooling and workflows: module best practices, go.work, testing strategies with table-driven tests, and linting with golangci-lint.
  • Use Case: design and implement a REST API microservice or a CLI tool with robust testing and clear patterns.

Quick Start

Create a new module and scaffold a small Go project demonstrating idiomatic patterns with a REST API.

Frequently Asked Questions about golang

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I structure a Go module for a production REST API microservice?

Structure a Go module for production REST APIs by applying idiomatic patterns like functional options and dependency injection. This approach ensures modular design, reliable concurrency, and maintainable architecture for scalable services and CLI tools.

What's the best way to manage concurrency in Go with goroutines and channels?

Manage concurrency in Go by combining goroutines, channels, and context for cancellation. Utilizing errgroup and worker pools ensures safe synchronization and reliable execution across concurrent processes.

How do I set up table-driven tests and linting for Golang projects?

Set up table-driven tests and linting for Golang projects by applying testing strategies with native tooling and configuring golangci-lint. This workflow ensures consistent, production-grade code quality across your modules.

Can I use go.work for multi-module dependency management in Go?

Yes, you can use go.work for multi-module dependency management in Go. It provides module best practices and tooling configuration to organize repositories and maintain clear patterns across interconnected services.

When do I need functional options and dependency injection in Go applications?

You need functional options and dependency injection in Go applications to achieve idiomatic patterns and modular design. They solve maintainability challenges by structuring clear interfaces and robust error handling for scalable services.