global-error-handling
Implement user-friendly error handling with specific exception types, centralized error handling, graceful degradation, and proper resource cleanup. Use this skill when implementing error handling in controllers, services, or API endpoints, when creating custom exception classes, when writing try-catch blocks, when handling external service failures, when implementing retry strategies, when displaying error messages to users, when cleaning up resources in finally blocks, or when implementing fail-fast validation and error detection.
Best use case
global-error-handling is best used when you need a repeatable AI agent workflow instead of a one-off prompt. It is especially useful for teams working in multi. Implement user-friendly error handling with specific exception types, centralized error handling, graceful degradation, and proper resource cleanup. Use this skill when implementing error handling in controllers, services, or API endpoints, when creating custom exception classes, when writing try-catch blocks, when handling external service failures, when implementing retry strategies, when displaying error messages to users, when cleaning up resources in finally blocks, or when implementing fail-fast validation and error detection.
Implement user-friendly error handling with specific exception types, centralized error handling, graceful degradation, and proper resource cleanup. Use this skill when implementing error handling in controllers, services, or API endpoints, when creating custom exception classes, when writing try-catch blocks, when handling external service failures, when implementing retry strategies, when displaying error messages to users, when cleaning up resources in finally blocks, or when implementing fail-fast validation and error detection.
Users should expect a more consistent workflow output, faster repeated execution, and less time spent rewriting prompts from scratch.
Practical example
Example input
Use the "global-error-handling" skill to help with this workflow task. Context: Implement user-friendly error handling with specific exception types, centralized error handling, graceful degradation, and proper resource cleanup. Use this skill when implementing error handling in controllers, services, or API endpoints, when creating custom exception classes, when writing try-catch blocks, when handling external service failures, when implementing retry strategies, when displaying error messages to users, when cleaning up resources in finally blocks, or when implementing fail-fast validation and error detection.
Example output
A structured workflow result with clearer steps, more consistent formatting, and an output that is easier to reuse in the next run.
When to use this skill
- Use this skill when you want a reusable workflow rather than writing the same prompt again and again.
When not to use this skill
- Do not use this when you only need a one-off answer and do not need a reusable workflow.
- Do not use it if you cannot install or maintain the related files, repository context, or supporting tools.
Installation
Claude Code / Cursor / Codex
Manual Installation
- Download SKILL.md from GitHub
- Place it in
.claude/skills/global-error-handling/SKILL.mdinside your project - Restart your AI agent — it will auto-discover the skill
How global-error-handling Compares
| Feature / Agent | global-error-handling | Standard Approach |
|---|---|---|
| Platform Support | Not specified | Limited / Varies |
| Context Awareness | High | Baseline |
| Installation Complexity | Unknown | N/A |
Frequently Asked Questions
What does this skill do?
Implement user-friendly error handling with specific exception types, centralized error handling, graceful degradation, and proper resource cleanup. Use this skill when implementing error handling in controllers, services, or API endpoints, when creating custom exception classes, when writing try-catch blocks, when handling external service failures, when implementing retry strategies, when displaying error messages to users, when cleaning up resources in finally blocks, or when implementing fail-fast validation and error detection.
Where can I find the source code?
You can find the source code on GitHub using the link provided at the top of the page.
SKILL.md Source
# Global Error Handling This Skill provides Claude Code with specific guidance on how to adhere to coding standards as they relate to how it should handle global error handling. ## When to use this skill - When implementing error handling in controllers, services, or API endpoints - When creating custom exception classes for specific error scenarios - When writing try-catch blocks for error handling - When providing user-friendly error messages without exposing technical details - When implementing fail-fast validation and precondition checks - When handling errors at appropriate boundaries (controllers, API layers) - When implementing graceful degradation for non-critical service failures - When creating retry strategies with exponential backoff for external services - When cleaning up resources (file handles, database connections) in finally blocks - When centralizing error handling rather than scattering try-catch everywhere - When handling transient vs. permanent failures differently - When logging errors appropriately while protecting sensitive information ## Instructions For details, refer to the information provided in this file: [global error handling](../../../agent-os/standards/global/error-handling.md)
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