acc-create-value-object
Generates DDD Value Objects for PHP 8.5. Creates immutable, self-validating objects with equality comparison. Includes unit tests.
Best use case
acc-create-value-object is best used when you need a repeatable AI agent workflow instead of a one-off prompt.
Generates DDD Value Objects for PHP 8.5. Creates immutable, self-validating objects with equality comparison. Includes unit tests.
Teams using acc-create-value-object should expect a more consistent output, faster repeated execution, less prompt rewriting.
When to use this skill
- You want a reusable workflow that can be run more than once with consistent structure.
When not to use this skill
- You only need a quick one-off answer and do not need a reusable workflow.
- You cannot install or maintain the underlying files, dependencies, or repository context.
Installation
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Manual Installation
- Download SKILL.md from GitHub
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How acc-create-value-object Compares
| Feature / Agent | acc-create-value-object | 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?
Generates DDD Value Objects for PHP 8.5. Creates immutable, self-validating objects with equality comparison. Includes unit tests.
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
# Value Object Generator
Generate DDD-compliant Value Objects with validation, equality, and tests.
## Value Object Characteristics
- **Immutable**: `final readonly class`
- **Self-validating**: Validates in constructor
- **Equality by value**: `equals()` method compares values
- **No identity**: No ID, compared by content
- **Encapsulates concept**: Represents domain concept
## Template
```php
<?php
declare(strict_types=1);
namespace Domain\{BoundedContext}\ValueObject;
use Domain\{BoundedContext}\Exception\Invalid{Name}Exception;
final readonly class {Name}
{
public function __construct(
public {type} $value
) {
{validation}
}
public function equals(self $other): bool
{
return $this->value === $other->value;
}
public function __toString(): string
{
return (string) $this->value;
}
}
```
## Test Template
```php
<?php
declare(strict_types=1);
namespace Tests\Unit\Domain\{BoundedContext}\ValueObject;
use Domain\{BoundedContext}\ValueObject\{Name};
use Domain\{BoundedContext}\Exception\Invalid{Name}Exception;
use PHPUnit\Framework\Attributes\CoversClass;
use PHPUnit\Framework\Attributes\Group;
use PHPUnit\Framework\TestCase;
#[Group('unit')]
#[CoversClass({Name}::class)]
final class {Name}Test extends TestCase
{
public function testCreatesWithValidValue(): void
{
$vo = new {Name}({validValue});
self::assertSame({validValue}, $vo->value);
}
public function testThrowsExceptionForInvalidValue(): void
{
$this->expectException(Invalid{Name}Exception::class);
new {Name}({invalidValue});
}
public function testEquality(): void
{
$vo1 = new {Name}({validValue});
$vo2 = new {Name}({validValue});
$vo3 = new {Name}({differentValue});
self::assertTrue($vo1->equals($vo2));
self::assertFalse($vo1->equals($vo3));
}
public function testToString(): void
{
$vo = new {Name}({validValue});
self::assertSame({expectedString}, (string) $vo);
}
}
```
## Common Value Objects
### Email
```php
final readonly class Email
{
public function __construct(
public string $value
) {
if (!filter_var($value, FILTER_VALIDATE_EMAIL)) {
throw new InvalidEmailException($value);
}
}
public function equals(self $other): bool
{
return strtolower($this->value) === strtolower($other->value);
}
public function domain(): string
{
return substr($this->value, strpos($this->value, '@') + 1);
}
public function __toString(): string
{
return $this->value;
}
}
```
### Money
```php
final readonly class Money
{
public function __construct(
public int $cents,
public string $currency
) {
if ($cents < 0) {
throw new InvalidMoneyException('Amount cannot be negative');
}
if (strlen($currency) !== 3) {
throw new InvalidMoneyException('Currency must be 3 characters');
}
}
public static function zero(string $currency): self
{
return new self(0, $currency);
}
public static function fromFloat(float $amount, string $currency): self
{
return new self((int) round($amount * 100), $currency);
}
public function add(self $other): self
{
$this->assertSameCurrency($other);
return new self($this->cents + $other->cents, $this->currency);
}
public function subtract(self $other): self
{
$this->assertSameCurrency($other);
return new self($this->cents - $other->cents, $this->currency);
}
public function multiply(int $factor): self
{
return new self($this->cents * $factor, $this->currency);
}
public function isGreaterThan(self $other): bool
{
$this->assertSameCurrency($other);
return $this->cents > $other->cents;
}
public function isZero(): bool
{
return $this->cents === 0;
}
public function isPositive(): bool
{
return $this->cents > 0;
}
public function equals(self $other): bool
{
return $this->cents === $other->cents && $this->currency === $other->currency;
}
public function format(): string
{
return number_format($this->cents / 100, 2) . ' ' . $this->currency;
}
private function assertSameCurrency(self $other): void
{
if ($this->currency !== $other->currency) {
throw new CurrencyMismatchException($this->currency, $other->currency);
}
}
}
```
### UUID-based ID
```php
final readonly class OrderId
{
public function __construct(
public string $value
) {
if (!preg_match('/^[0-9a-f]{8}-[0-9a-f]{4}-4[0-9a-f]{3}-[89ab][0-9a-f]{3}-[0-9a-f]{12}$/i', $value)) {
throw new InvalidOrderIdException($value);
}
}
public static function generate(): self
{
return new self(self::uuid4());
}
public function equals(self $other): bool
{
return $this->value === $other->value;
}
public function __toString(): string
{
return $this->value;
}
private static function uuid4(): string
{
$data = random_bytes(16);
$data[6] = chr(ord($data[6]) & 0x0f | 0x40);
$data[8] = chr(ord($data[8]) & 0x3f | 0x80);
return vsprintf('%s%s-%s-%s-%s-%s%s%s', str_split(bin2hex($data), 4));
}
}
```
### Address (Composite)
```php
final readonly class Address
{
public function __construct(
public string $street,
public string $city,
public string $postalCode,
public string $country
) {
if (empty(trim($street))) {
throw new InvalidAddressException('Street cannot be empty');
}
if (empty(trim($city))) {
throw new InvalidAddressException('City cannot be empty');
}
if (strlen($country) !== 2) {
throw new InvalidAddressException('Country must be ISO 3166-1 alpha-2');
}
}
public function equals(self $other): bool
{
return $this->street === $other->street
&& $this->city === $other->city
&& $this->postalCode === $other->postalCode
&& $this->country === $other->country;
}
public function format(): string
{
return "{$this->street}\n{$this->postalCode} {$this->city}\n{$this->country}";
}
}
```
### DateRange
```php
final readonly class DateRange
{
public function __construct(
public DateTimeImmutable $start,
public DateTimeImmutable $end
) {
if ($end < $start) {
throw new InvalidDateRangeException('End date must be after start date');
}
}
public function contains(DateTimeImmutable $date): bool
{
return $date >= $this->start && $date <= $this->end;
}
public function overlaps(self $other): bool
{
return $this->start <= $other->end && $this->end >= $other->start;
}
public function days(): int
{
return (int) $this->start->diff($this->end)->days;
}
public function equals(self $other): bool
{
return $this->start == $other->start && $this->end == $other->end;
}
}
```
## Generation Instructions
When asked to create a Value Object:
1. **Identify the concept** being modeled
2. **Determine validation rules** from domain requirements
3. **Choose appropriate type** (string, int, composite)
4. **Add domain-specific methods** if needed
5. **Generate corresponding test** with valid/invalid cases
## Naming Conventions
| Concept | Class Name | Exception |
|---------|------------|-----------|
| Email address | `Email` | `InvalidEmailException` |
| Money amount | `Money` | `InvalidMoneyException` |
| Order identifier | `OrderId` | `InvalidOrderIdException` |
| Physical address | `Address` | `InvalidAddressException` |
| Phone number | `Phone` | `InvalidPhoneException` |
| Date range | `DateRange` | `InvalidDateRangeException` |
## Usage
To generate a Value Object, provide:
- Name (e.g., "Email", "CustomerId")
- Bounded Context (e.g., "Order", "Customer")
- Validation rules
- Any special methods neededRelated Skills
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