golang-cli-review

Generate structured review checklists for Go CLI applications.

10|Updated Jan 9, 2026
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Skill: golang-cli-review
Source: https://github.com/adamos486/skills/tree/main/golang-cli-review
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/adamos486/skills --skill golang-cli-review

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill helps Go developers and teams perform thorough CLI code reviews by producing an actionable, standardized checklist that targets error handling, CLI structure, testing, performance, security, and idioms.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Structured Review Framework: Evaluates common Go CLI patterns (Cobra/urfave, RunE usage, flag design) and surfaces deviations from best practices.
  • Checklist Generation: Produces a repeatable review checklist based on templates in references.
  • Use Case: Audit a Cobra-based CLI to identify error handling gaps and improve command discoverability.

Quick Start

Use the golang-cli-review skill to generate a review checklist for a Go CLI project by following these steps:

  • Ensure the project uses a Go CLI framework (Cobra/urfave) or standard flag usage.
  • Run the review workflow to gather code, analyze against categories, and output the checklist template from references/review-checklist.md.

Frequently Asked Questions about golang-cli-review

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

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What is a structured Go CLI code review checklist?

A Go CLI code review checklist systematically evaluates error handling, flag design, I/O norms, security, testing, performance, and Go idioms to ensure release readiness for command-line applications.

How do I review a Cobra CLI application for best practices?

Review a Cobra CLI application by analyzing RunE usage, command structure, and flag design against standardized templates to surface deviations from Go idioms and identify error handling gaps.

Does this CLI review approach work with vanilla Go flag packages?

Yes, this CLI review approach supports both Cobra/urfave frameworks and vanilla Go flag-based applications, evaluating command structure, error handling, and I/O norms across both implementations.

Can I use this checklist for release readiness assessments of Go CLIs?

Yes, you can use this checklist for release readiness assessments by auditing Go CLI projects for security, testing coverage, performance, and error handling compliance before deployment.

What goes into evaluating Go idioms and error handling for CLI projects?

Evaluating Go idioms and error handling involves checking RunE patterns, flag design conventions, I/O norms, and structural deviations to produce an actionable code review checklist.