Does it use specific error handling crates?

Yes, it provides clear guidance on using 'thiserror' for public-facing API boundaries and 'anyhow' for internal plumbing and scripts.

Can this skill help with Rust code readability?

Absolutely. It mandates implicit returns, guard clauses, and specific naming conventions (like verb prefixes for booleans) to ensure code reads like prose.

What is the primary philosophy of this skill?

The skill prioritizes clarity, minimal abstraction, and production-safe code that avoids panics and favors flat structures over deep nesting.

How does it handle project organization?

It enforces a domain-driven structure using the mod.rs convention, organizing files by logical concern or feature rather than by type.

Rust Pro Style Guide

Name: Rust Pro Style Guide
Author: noahdunnagan

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Developer Tools

Enforces opinionated Rust coding standards to ensure AI-generated code is idiomatic, maintainable, and looks written by an expert human.

The Rust Pro Style Guide skill transforms Claude into an expert Rust architect by enforcing five core principles: clarity over cleverness, minimal abstraction, intentional error handling, compiler-first optimizations, and flat code structures. It provides comprehensive rules for formatting, naming conventions, domain-driven project layouts, and advanced patterns like builders and layer conversions. By activating this skill, developers ensure that every line of Rust code generated by Claude is production-ready, avoids panics, and adheres to the most respected industry patterns.

Key Features

01Enforces 'no panics in production' through robust Result-based error handling

02Implements readable formatting rules via a specific rustfmt configuration

03Prioritizes flat logic with early returns and guard clauses for shallow indentation

04Guides implementation of types, builders, and layer-based From conversions

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06Standardizes domain-driven project structures with mod.rs conventions

Use Cases

01Ensuring consistent style and structure across team-based Rust repositories

02Refactoring legacy or messy Rust code into clean, idiomatic patterns

03Generating production-grade Rust backend services and API handlers

What are Skills?·How to Install

Install with 🐟 Skill.Fish

npx skillfish add noahdunnagan/cafe rust-guide

For use in Claude.ai and ChatGPT