language-patterns-base

Define a base template for language-pattern skills with error handling and testing conventions.

9|2|Updated Dec 5, 2025
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/Zate/cc-plugins --skill language-patterns-base
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Skill: language-patterns-base
Source: https://github.com/Zate/cc-plugins/tree/main/plugins/devloop/skills/language-patterns-base
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/Zate/cc-plugins --skill language-patterns-base

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

A base template for language-specific pattern skills (e.g., go-patterns, python-patterns) with common error handling, testing, and anti-pattern guidance.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • AAA testing patterns: Arrange-Act-Assert guidelines.
  • Project structure principles: recommended layouts and separation of concerns.
  • Anti-patterns: common pitfalls to avoid when building language-specific guidance.

Quick Start

Extend this template to create a new language-patterns skill for your language.

Frequently Asked Questions about language-patterns-base

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I establish a standardized structure for language-specific pattern skills?

Language patterns base provides a unified template that defines project structure, error handling conventions, and testing guidelines for language-pattern skills. It enforces a standardized schema you extend with language-specific details, ensuring consistency across pattern implementations.

What testing conventions should I follow when building language patterns?

The base template applies AAA (Arrange-Act-Assert) testing patterns to language-specific pattern development. This guideline structures test setup, execution, and verification consistently, helping you validate patterns reliably across different languages.

What anti-patterns should I avoid when developing language-specific guidance?

Language patterns base identifies common pitfalls in pattern documentation and implementation. By documenting anti-patterns alongside recommended approaches, it helps developers recognize and sidestep mistakes when designing language-specific pattern skills.

How do I extend this template to create a new language-patterns skill?

The template defines a standardized schema covering error handling, testing conventions, and project structure principles. Use it as your foundation, then add language-specific details and patterns relevant to your target programming language.

What project structure principles should guide language-pattern development?

Language patterns base establishes recommended layouts and separation-of-concerns principles for organizing language-specific pattern skills. These principles ensure maintainability and clarity as you build comprehensive pattern documentation.

Can I use this template as a foundation for multiple language patterns?

Yes. Language patterns base is designed as a reusable foundation for creating language-specific pattern skills across different programming languages. Each implementation extends the base template with language-appropriate patterns and conventions.