openapi-spec-generation

Generate and maintain OpenAPI 3.1 specifications for RESTful APIs.

Updated Mar 5, 2026
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Skill: openapi-spec-generation
Source: https://github.com/Himanshu040604/codex-skills-setup/tree/main/assets/codex/skills/claude-import/skills/plugins/documentation-generation%40claude-code-workflows/skills/openapi-spec-generation
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/Himanshu040604/codex-skills-setup --skill openapi-spec-generation-himanshu040604

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill streamlines the creation, maintenance, and validation of OpenAPI 3.1 specifications, ensuring consistent API documentation and contract compliance.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • API Specification Generation: Create OpenAPI 3.1 specs from scratch or from existing code.
  • Design-First & Code-First: Supports both approaches for API design and implementation.
  • Validation & Linting: Integrates tools like Spectral and Redocly for quality assurance.
  • SDK Generation: Automates the creation of client SDKs in various languages.
  • Use Case: When developing a new RESTful API, use this Skill to generate a comprehensive OpenAPI 3.1 specification that serves as the single source of truth for documentation, client generation, and contract testing.

Quick Start

Use the openapi-spec-generation skill to create a complete OpenAPI 3.1 specification for a user management API based on the provided template.

Frequently Asked Questions about openapi-spec-generation

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

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How do I generate an OpenAPI 3.1 specification from existing FastAPI or Express code?

You can generate an OpenAPI 3.1 specification from existing Python/FastAPI or TypeScript/Express code using the code-first methodology. This approach analyzes your routes to produce a complete API specification for documentation and contract compliance.

What is the best way to maintain API documentation and ensure contract compliance?

Maintaining API documentation and ensuring contract compliance is best achieved by generating a single OpenAPI 3.1 specification. This source of truth enables validation, linting with tools like Spectral or Redocly, and contract testing.

Can I use design-first API specification generation for a new RESTful API?

Yes, you can use the design-first approach to create an OpenAPI 3.1 specification from scratch for a new RESTful API. This defines the API contract before writing implementation code.

Does this OpenAPI generation approach support automated SDK generation?

Yes, OpenAPI 3.1 spec generation supports automated client SDK generation in various languages. By maintaining a single API specification, you can automate client library creation for downstream integration.

How do I validate and lint an OpenAPI specification for quality assurance?

You validate and lint an OpenAPI specification by integrating quality assurance tools like Spectral and Redocly. These tools check your API specification against rules to ensure consistency and contract compliance.

What do I need to create an OpenAPI spec for a user management API?

To create an OpenAPI spec for a user management API, you need to provide a template or existing codebase. The skill uses this input to generate a complete OpenAPI 3.1 specification following design-first or code-first methodologies.