Does it support API documentation?

Absolutely, it includes best practices for OpenAPI (Swagger) specifications, service definitions for gRPC, and strategies for creating developer-friendly SDKs.

How does this skill help with RESTful API design?

It provides specific guidance on resource naming, the correct use of HTTP methods and status codes, and implementation of the Richardson Maturity Model to reach Level 3 (HATEOAS).

Is it useful for microservices communication?

Yes, it specifically covers gRPC, protocol buffers, and streaming patterns which are essential for high-performance, low-latency microservice architectures.

Can it help choose between GraphQL and REST?

Yes, the skill includes a specialized decision tree to help determine the best API style based on factors like performance, client complexity, and real-time requirements.

API Design & Architecture

Name: API Design & Architecture
Author: Fujigo-Software

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API 开发

Implements industry-standard API design principles for REST, GraphQL, and gRPC to build scalable, consistent, and developer-friendly backend services.

This skill provides Claude with deep architectural knowledge to design and implement professional-grade APIs. It covers everything from resource naming and HTTP semantics in REST to schema design in GraphQL and protocol buffers in gRPC. By leveraging the Richardson Maturity Model and established patterns like idempotency and rate limiting, the skill ensures that backend interfaces are robust, self-documenting, and follow modern best practices for versioning and evolution. It is particularly useful when architecting new systems or refactoring legacy endpoints into clean, resource-oriented services.

主要功能

01Adherence to the Richardson Maturity Model for HATEOAS and resource-based design

02Integrated OpenAPI/Swagger documentation and schema design standards

0317 GitHub stars

04Comprehensive HTTP status code and method semantics guidance

05Advanced patterns for pagination, filtering, and error handling

06Multi-protocol support for REST, GraphQL, and gRPC architectures

使用场景

01Designing a new public RESTful API with proper versioning and documentation

02Deciding between GraphQL and gRPC for microservices communication based on project requirements

03Refactoring legacy endpoints to follow modern resource-naming and idempotency standards

What are Skills?·How to Install

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npx skillfish add fujigo-software/f5-framework-claude api-design

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