zod-v4

Document Zod v4 schema validation, parsing, and migration guidance.

Updated Mar 4, 2026
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npx skills add https://github.com/sncollective/snc-platform --skill zod-v4-sncollective
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Skill: zod-v4
Source: https://github.com/sncollective/snc-platform/tree/main/.claude/skills/zod-v4
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/sncollective/snc-platform --skill zod-v4-sncollective

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Zod v4 reference centralizes up-to-date guidance for authoring, validating, and transforming TypeScript/JavaScript data using Zod schemas, and it helps developers avoid common pitfalls and migration issues from v3 to v4.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Migration Guidance: Highlights breaking changes (records with enum keys, unified error customization, defaults behavior, ZodError.issues) and recommended replacements.
  • Validation Patterns: Explains parse vs safeParse, coercion helpers, optional/nullable/nullish semantics, discriminated unions, refinements, transforms, and preprocess flows.
  • Bundle Considerations: Documents zod/mini differences for client bundles and which APIs are included or omitted.
  • Practical Examples: Shows common patterns for form validation, environment variable schemas, adapter functions for API responses, and error handling best practices.

Quick Start

Provide Zod v4 schema examples, migration notes from v3, and a validated schema for API input including parse and safeParse usage.

Frequently Asked Questions about zod-v4

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I migrate Zod schemas from v3 to v4?

Migrating Zod schemas from v3 to v4 requires addressing breaking changes like records with enum keys, unified error customization, defaults behavior, and ZodError.issues. This reference highlights recommended replacements to ensure a smooth transition.

What is the difference between parse and safeParse in Zod v4?

In Zod v4, parse throws a ZodError on invalid data, while safeParse returns a success object containing data or an error object. This reference explains these validation semantics for TypeScript input parsing.

Does zod/mini include all the same validation APIs as full zod?

No, zod/mini does not include all the same validation APIs as full zod. This reference documents the differences between zod/mini and full zod, detailing which APIs are included or omitted to optimize client bundle sizes.

How do I handle optional, nullable, and nullish values in TypeScript schemas?

To handle optional, nullable, and nullish values in TypeScript schemas, Zod v4 provides specific semantic helpers. This reference explains these validation patterns alongside coercion utilities and discriminated unions for accurate data parsing.

What is the best way to validate environment variables with Zod?

The best way to validate environment variables with Zod is to define a schema and parse the environment object. This reference provides practical examples for environment variable schemas, form validation, and API response adapter functions.

Why does my Zod schema transform not apply during parsing?

Your Zod schema transform might not apply during parsing due to incorrect ordering of preprocess, refinements, or transform functions. This reference details schema manipulation methods and transform flows to resolve parsing issues.