golang-modernize

Analyze Go source code and suggest modern language feature updates.

Updated Apr 20, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/matdev83/go-llm-interactive-proxy --skill golang-modernize-matdev83
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Skill: golang-modernize
Source: https://github.com/matdev83/go-llm-interactive-proxy/tree/main/.agents/skills/golang-modernize
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/matdev83/go-llm-interactive-proxy --skill golang-modernize-matdev83

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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What problem does it solve?

This Skill assists developers in updating and modernizing Go codebases, ensuring compatibility with the latest language features and best practices.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Code Refactoring: Replaces outdated patterns with current idioms, such as any instead of interface{} and combined error handling.
  • Version Compatibility: Suggests upgrades aligned with project’s targeted Go version and automatically applies modernizations like errors.AsType.
  • Use Case: A team wants to update an older Go project to leverage the new slog logging or improved error handling introduced in recent versions. They can run this Skill to generate precise modernization suggestions.

Quick Start

Use the golang-modernize skill to review and update your existing Go project files for compatibility and idiomatic improvements.

Frequently Asked Questions about golang-modernize

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

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How do I refactor Go code to use modern idioms like any instead of interface{}?

You can modernize Go code by analyzing your source files to automatically suggest updates aligning with the latest language features. This tool replaces outdated patterns like interface{} with any and integrates combined error handling to ensure compatibility with current standards.

What is the best way to update an older Go project for recent version compatibility?

The best way to update an older Go project is to analyze the source code against your targeted Go version and apply modernizations like errors.AsType. This approach suggests upgrades aligned with the latest language optimizations and security improvements across multiple versions.

How does error handling modernization work in recent Go versions?

Error handling modernization works by analyzing your Go source code and suggesting combined error handling updates using features like errors.AsType. It ensures your codebase aligns with recent language improvements and maintains compatibility with your targeted Go version.

Can I use this to upgrade a Go codebase to leverage the new slog logging?

Yes, you can upgrade a Go codebase to leverage new features like slog logging by analyzing your existing project files. The tool generates precise modernization suggestions to help teams update older projects and adopt recent version improvements safely.

Does modernizing Go code automatically apply security improvements across versions?

Modernizing Go code suggests security improvements and optimizations across multiple versions by analyzing your source files. It targets projects aiming to maintain current standards, ensuring compatibility while replacing outdated patterns with current idioms.