api-design-principles
Master REST and GraphQL API design principles to build intuitive, scalable, and maintainable APIs that delight developers. Use when designing new APIs, reviewing API specifications, or establishing...
Best use case
api-design-principles is best used when you need a repeatable AI agent workflow instead of a one-off prompt.
Master REST and GraphQL API design principles to build intuitive, scalable, and maintainable APIs that delight developers. Use when designing new APIs, reviewing API specifications, or establishing...
Teams using api-design-principles 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
Claude Code / Cursor / Codex
Manual Installation
- Download SKILL.md from GitHub
- Place it in
.claude/skills/api-design-principles/SKILL.mdinside your project - Restart your AI agent — it will auto-discover the skill
How api-design-principles Compares
| Feature / Agent | api-design-principles | 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?
Master REST and GraphQL API design principles to build intuitive, scalable, and maintainable APIs that delight developers. Use when designing new APIs, reviewing API specifications, or establishing...
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.
Related Guides
SKILL.md Source
# API Design Principles Master REST and GraphQL API design principles to build intuitive, scalable, and maintainable APIs that delight developers and stand the test of time. ## Use this skill when - Designing new REST or GraphQL APIs - Refactoring existing APIs for better usability - Establishing API design standards for your team - Reviewing API specifications before implementation - Migrating between API paradigms (REST to GraphQL, etc.) - Creating developer-friendly API documentation - Optimizing APIs for specific use cases (mobile, third-party integrations) ## Do not use this skill when - You only need implementation guidance for a specific framework - You are doing infrastructure-only work without API contracts - You cannot change or version public interfaces ## Instructions 1. Define consumers, use cases, and constraints. 2. Choose API style and model resources or types. 3. Specify errors, versioning, pagination, and auth strategy. 4. Validate with examples and review for consistency. Refer to `resources/implementation-playbook.md` for detailed patterns, checklists, and templates. ## Resources - `resources/implementation-playbook.md` for detailed patterns, checklists, and templates.
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