service-registry

Register and retrieve services at runtime in a plugin architecture.

264|24|Updated Oct 20, 2025
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/Authula/authula --skill service-registry-authula
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Skill: service-registry
Source: https://github.com/Authula/authula/tree/main/.agents/skills/service-registry
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/Authula/authula --skill service-registry-authula

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill unit solves the challenge of tight coupling between plugins by providing a thread-safe service registry pattern, enabling services to be registered and retrieved at runtime.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Service Registration: Register services created by plugins for discovery by other plugins.
  • Service Retrieval: Retrieve services from the registry for plugin initialization.
  • Loose Coupling: Promote a decoupled architecture by allowing plugins to access services they need at runtime.
  • Core Services Access: Access to core services like User, Account, and Session within plugins.
  • Use Case: In a plugin architecture, this Skill unit ensures that different plugins can interact without direct dependencies, simplifying development and maintenance.

Quick Start

To register a service, use the following command within your plugin's Init() method: ctx.ServiceRegistry.Register(models.ServicePlugin.String(), myService).

Frequently Asked Questions about service-registry

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

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How do I decouple plugins in a modular application architecture?

To decouple plugins in a modular application, use a service registry pattern that enables runtime service registration and retrieval, allowing plugins to interact without direct dependencies. This ensures flexible and maintainable service interactions.

What is the best way to register a plugin service at runtime?

Register a plugin service at runtime by calling the registration method within your plugin's initialization function, passing the service type identifier and your service instance to the registry for discovery.

Why does service discovery require thread-safe operations in plugin architectures?

Service discovery requires thread-safe operations because multiple plugins in a modular architecture may attempt to register or retrieve services concurrently, which prevents race conditions and ensures type-safe access during runtime interactions.

Can I retrieve core services like User and Session within my plugins?

Yes, you can retrieve core services like User, Account, and Session within plugins by accessing them through the service registry during plugin initialization, promoting loose coupling and flexible interactions.

When do I need a service registry for my application?

You need a service registry when building a complex, modular plugin architecture that requires flexible service interactions at runtime, ensuring decoupled access to dynamically registered services without hardcoding dependencies.

Does using a service registry eliminate direct dependencies between plugins?

Yes, using a service registry eliminates direct dependencies between plugins by allowing them to discover and retrieve services at runtime, which simplifies development and maintenance in complex modular applications.