write-go-code

Guide Go code creation and review using Effective Go and Google Go Style Guide.

2|1|Updated Jan 14, 2026
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npx skills add https://github.com/cboone/cboone-cc-plugins --skill write-go-code
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Skill: write-go-code
Source: https://github.com/cboone/cboone-cc-plugins/tree/main/plugins/write-go-code/skills/write-go-code
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/cboone/cboone-cc-plugins --skill write-go-code

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill helps developers write Go code that adheres to best practices, ensuring clarity, simplicity, and maintainability. It acts as a comprehensive guide for both writing new code and reviewing existing code for style compliance.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Style Enforcement: Provides rules and checklists based on established Go style guides.
  • Code Review Aid: Assists in conducting thorough code reviews by highlighting common style pitfalls.
  • Refactoring Guidance: Offers principles for improving the structure and readability of existing Go code.
  • Use Case: When starting a new Go project, use this Skill to ensure all code follows the recommended Google Go Style Guide and Effective Go principles from the outset.

Quick Start

Use the write-go-code skill to review the provided Go code snippet for style compliance.

Frequently Asked Questions about write-go-code

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

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How do I write idiomatic Go code that follows best practices?

Idiomatic Go code follows established style guides like Effective Go and the Google Go Style Guide. This involves adhering to principles for naming, error handling, concurrency, testing, and code organization to ensure clarity, simplicity, and consistency.

What are the Go style guide rules for error handling and concurrency?

Go style guide rules for error handling and concurrency focus on simplicity and clarity. They provide specific principles for managing goroutines, channels, and error propagation to maintain code consistency and readability.

Can I use this to review existing Golang code for style compliance?

Yes, you can use this to review existing Golang code for style compliance. It assists in conducting thorough code reviews by highlighting common style pitfalls and offering principles for improving code structure and readability.

How do I refactor Go code to improve readability and structure?

Refactor Go code by applying principles from the Google Go Style Guide and Effective Go. This involves reorganizing functions, interfaces, and data types according to established best practices to improve overall code structure and readability.

What is the best way to ensure consistency when starting a new Go project?

The best way to ensure consistency in a new Go project is to enforce rules and checklists based on established Go style guides from the outset. This guarantees all code follows recommended principles for naming, data types, and code organization.