gookit-validate

Validate and filter Go data structures with customizable rules.

1|Updated Jan 29, 2026
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Skill: gookit-validate
Source: https://github.com/gookit/skills/tree/main/gookit-validate
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/gookit/skills --skill gookit-validate

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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What problem does it solve?

Validating and sanitizing user input or data sources is essential for reliable applications. This Skill provides comprehensive validation and filtering tools to ensure data accuracy and integrity.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Validation Across Sources: Supports validating Map, Struct, and HTTP Request data regardless of format.
  • Rich Validator Set: Built-in 70+ validators for common and advanced validation needs.
  • Use Case: Validate user registration data, ensuring proper formats and required fields, in web services or CLI tools, with customizable rules and messages.

Quick Start

Use the validate package to validate user input, such as ensuring an email address is properly formatted and a password meets length requirements.

Frequently Asked Questions about gookit-validate

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I validate user input in a Go web API?

To validate user input in a Go web API, you can apply customizable validation rules to HTTP Request data, ensuring proper formats and required fields for data reliability and security.

What is the best way to sanitize data structures in Go applications?

The best way to sanitize data structures in Go applications is using built-in validation rules that filter Map and Struct data sources. This approach ensures data integrity across web APIs and internal workflows.

Can I validate Map and Struct data sources in Go CLI tools?

Yes, you can validate Map and Struct data sources in Go CLI tools. This Skill supports validating user input and data structures regardless of format, making it suitable for CLI tools and internal data processing.

How do I set up custom validation rules for user registration in Go?

You can set up custom validation rules for user registration in Go by leveraging the rich validator set and customizable messages. This ensures proper formats and required fields are enforced consistently across your web services.

Does this Go validation tool work without external dependencies?

Yes, this Go validation tool works without external dependencies. It provides 70+ built-in validators for common and advanced input sanitization needs, allowing you to secure data without adding extra packages to your environment.

Why does data validation fail for web request formats in my Go application?

Data validation for web request formats in your Go application might fail if you lack consistent rules across diverse sources. This Skill handles HTTP Request, Map, and Struct filtering uniformly to prevent such data integrity issues.