Does it provide specific code for my framework?

While the skill is language-agnostic to ensure broad compatibility, it provides implementation patterns that can be easily adapted to frameworks like Express, FastAPI, Apollo, or Spring Boot.

Can it assist with API documentation?

Yes, it provides standards for OpenAPI/Swagger specifications and consistent error reporting structures that simplify the generation of clear, usable developer documentation.

What types of APIs does this skill support?

This skill provides language-agnostic guidance for both RESTful architectures and GraphQL schemas, making it applicable to any backend technology stack including Node.js, Python, Go, or Java.

How does it help with API security?

It includes standardized patterns for implementing JWT authentication, OAuth2 flows, and role-based access control (RBAC) to ensure endpoints are secure and properly scoped.

API Design Patterns & Standards

Name: API Design Patterns & Standards
Author: ilude

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API Development

Architects robust, scalable REST and GraphQL APIs using standardized, language-agnostic design patterns.

About

This skill empowers Claude with a deep knowledge base of industry-standard API design principles. It provides comprehensive guidance on resource naming, proper HTTP method usage, and complex pagination strategies while ensuring consistency across your backend architecture. From implementing secure authentication flows like JWT and OAuth2 to designing intuitive GraphQL schemas and standardized error responses, this skill helps developers build maintainable, production-grade interfaces that prioritize developer experience and scalability.

Key Features

Detailed HTTP status code mapping and consistent error response structures
3 GitHub stars
Secure authentication implementation patterns for JWT, API Keys, and OAuth2
Language-agnostic RESTful resource naming and hierarchical endpoint design
Advanced pagination strategies including Offset/Limit, Cursor-based, and Keyset patterns
GraphQL schema design best practices covering nullability, connections, and resolvers

Use Cases

Defining the architecture and endpoint structure for a new RESTful microservice
Designing scalable GraphQL schemas that balance frontend data needs with backend performance
Refactoring existing API routes to comply with industry-standard naming and status codes

About

Key Features

Detailed HTTP status code mapping and consistent error response structures
3 GitHub stars
Secure authentication implementation patterns for JWT, API Keys, and OAuth2
Language-agnostic RESTful resource naming and hierarchical endpoint design
Advanced pagination strategies including Offset/Limit, Cursor-based, and Keyset patterns
GraphQL schema design best practices covering nullability, connections, and resolvers

Use Cases

Defining the architecture and endpoint structure for a new RESTful microservice
Designing scalable GraphQL schemas that balance frontend data needs with backend performance
Refactoring existing API routes to comply with industry-standard naming and status codes