review-proto

Audit Protocol Buffer files in pull requests against best-practice checklists.

1|Updated Mar 8, 2026
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npx skills add https://github.com/viqueen/claude-go-playground --skill review-proto
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Skill: review-proto
Source: https://github.com/viqueen/claude-go-playground/tree/main/.claude/skills/review-proto
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/viqueen/claude-go-playground --skill review-proto

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill automates the rigorous auditing of Protocol Buffer (proto) changes in Pull Requests, ensuring API contracts are correctly defined and adhere to established standards, preventing integration issues and maintaining API integrity.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Automated Checklist Audit: Verifies proto files (_model.proto, _refs.proto, _service.proto) against a comprehensive list of best practices and requirements.
  • Configuration Validation: Checks buf.yaml for correct versioning and dependencies.
  • Scope Enforcement: Ensures PRs are proto-only, without unintended SQL or Go code modifications.
  • Use Case: A developer submits a PR to add a new API endpoint. This Skill automatically checks if the proto definitions for the request, response, and associated models meet all project standards before merging.

Quick Start

Use the review-proto skill to audit pull request number 123.

Frequently Asked Questions about review-proto

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I validate protobuf API contract changes in a pull request?

You can validate protobuf API contract changes in a pull request by auditing proto files against a predefined checklist of best practices. This process checks syntax, package naming, field validation annotations, and RPC method signatures for correctness.

What is the best way to enforce proto-only changes in a pull request?

Enforcing proto-only changes in a pull request involves verifying the PR scope to ensure it lacks unintended SQL or Go code modifications. This scope enforcement prevents unrelated files from altering the API contract unexpectedly.

How do I check buf.yaml configuration when reviewing proto definitions?

To check buf.yaml configuration during a proto review, you validate the file for correct versioning and dependencies. This ensures the protocol buffer build environment aligns with project-specific requirements before merging API changes.

Does this protobuf review process validate service and model proto files separately?

Yes, the protobuf review process validates service and model proto files separately. It audits specific files like `_model.proto`, `_refs.proto`, and `_service.proto` against a comprehensive checklist to ensure API contract correctness.

Can I automate API contract auditing for protobuf pull requests?

You can automate API contract auditing for protobuf pull requests by running a script that checks proto definitions. This automated checklist audit verifies models, references, and services to prevent integration issues and maintain API integrity.

What protobuf standards are checked during an automated API contract review?

During an automated API contract review, protobuf standards checked include syntax correctness, package naming conventions, field validation annotations, and RPC method signatures. These checks ensure proto definitions adhere to established project-specific requirements.