What build tools are supported?

The skill includes pre-configured commands for Gradle (./gradlew), supporting clean builds, specific test execution, and local application runs.

Does this skill support Java backend development?

While the skill is specifically optimized for Kotlin syntax, the Spring Boot patterns, REST principles, and Gradle commands are largely compatible with Java-based projects.

Does it follow standard Spring layering?

Yes, it enforces a clean Controller -> Service -> Repository layering pattern with constructor injection and DTO-based communication.

How does this skill handle database testing?

It advocates for 'Real Infrastructure' testing, meaning it prefers using in-memory databases over mocking repositories to ensure SQL queries and constraints are actually validated.

How does it help with debugging?

It provides a structured 'Blocker Report' format and specific guidance for common backend issues like NullPointerExceptions, schema mismatches, and architectural conflicts.

Spring Boot & Kotlin Backend

Name: Spring Boot & Kotlin Backend
Author: jpicklyk

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API Development

Builds robust, production-ready backend services and REST APIs using Kotlin, Spring Boot, and industry-standard testing patterns.

This skill provides specialized domain guidance for architecting and implementing Spring Boot applications in Kotlin. It streamlines the development of RESTful endpoints, service layer business logic, and database integrations while enforcing rigorous testing standards, such as using real infrastructure instead of mocks for integration tests. By providing standardized validation commands and detailed blocker resolution patterns, it ensures high-quality code and consistent architectural patterns across backend projects, helping Claude navigate complex service-to-database workflows.

Key Features

01Database integration with JPA/Exposed ORM and transactional management

02Global error handling and request validation frameworks

03Incremental testing patterns emphasizing real infrastructure over mocks

04128 GitHub stars

05REST API and DTO generation following Spring Boot conventions

06Standardized blocker reporting for streamlined senior engineer handoff

Use Cases

01Refactoring existing service logic to improve transaction safety and validation

02Developing new microservices or REST API endpoints with full CRUD functionality

03Implementing comprehensive integration tests for database-driven features

What are Skills?·How to Install

Install with 🐟 Skill.Fish

npx skillfish add jpicklyk/task-orchestrator backend-implementation

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