pipeline-behaviors

Automate MediatR pipeline behaviors for logging, validation, and exception handling in C#.

Updated Jan 20, 2026
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npx skills add https://github.com/AdrianAVA9/cero-base --skill pipeline-behaviors-adrianava9
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Skill: pipeline-behaviors
Source: https://github.com/AdrianAVA9/cero-base/tree/main/.agents/skills/pipeline-behaviors
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/AdrianAVA9/cero-base --skill pipeline-behaviors-adrianava9

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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What problem does it solve?

The Skill automates the implementation of common software engineering patterns such as logging, validation, exception handling, transaction management, caching, and performance monitoring across application components.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Reusable Behavior Templates: Provides standardized pipeline behaviors for consistent cross-cutting concern management.
  • Versatile Integration: Integrates into .NET applications using MediatR, applicable in CQRS architectures.
  • Use Case: Developers can quickly set up request logging, validation, and error handling without writing boilerplate code, improving development speed and reliability.

Quick Start

Use the pipeline behaviors to automatically log, validate, and handle exceptions for all commands and queries in your .NET application.

Frequently Asked Questions about pipeline-behaviors

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

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How do I add cross-cutting concerns like logging and validation to a MediatR pipeline in C#?

You can add cross-cutting concerns to a MediatR pipeline by implementing standardized pipeline behaviors for logging, validation, exception handling, and caching. This ensures consistent middleware setup and improves code modularity across application layers without writing boilerplate code.

What are MediatR pipeline behaviors used for in CQRS architectures?

MediatR pipeline behaviors are used to manage cross-cutting concerns in CQRS architectures. They automate request logging, validation, and error handling before or after commands and queries execute, enforcing best practices for error safety and maintainability across application components.

Can I automate exception handling and caching across .NET application layers without boilerplate?

Yes, you can automate exception handling and caching across .NET application layers using reusable pipeline behavior templates. These templates provide standardized cross-cutting concern management, improving development speed and reliability without requiring manual boilerplate code implementation.

Does this pipeline behaviors approach work with layered .NET applications using MediatR?

Yes, this pipeline behaviors approach works directly with layered .NET applications utilizing MediatR. It integrates into CQRS architectures to provide consistent request logging, validation, and error handling for all commands and queries across the application layers.

What is the best way to standardize transaction management and performance monitoring in MediatR?

The best way to standardize transaction management and performance monitoring in MediatR is using reusable pipeline behavior templates. These templates automate the implementation of these common software engineering patterns across application components for consistent cross-cutting concern management.

When do I need pipeline behaviors for cross-cutting concerns in my .NET application?

You need pipeline behaviors for cross-cutting concerns when your .NET application requires consistent logging, validation, and exception handling across multiple commands and queries. They enforce best practices for middleware setup and error safety while eliminating repetitive boilerplate code.