backend-patterns

Designs scalable Node.js backend architecture and API patterns including Express and Next.js routes.

Updated Mar 28, 2026
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npx skills add https://github.com/adomot/claude-settings --skill backend-patterns-adomot
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Skill: backend-patterns
Source: https://github.com/adomot/claude-settings/tree/main/skills/aegis/backend-patterns
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/adomot/claude-settings --skill backend-patterns-adomot

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Establishes proven backend architecture patterns and API design practices to help teams build scalable, maintainable Node.js servers with Express/Next.js API routes.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Architecture patterns for modular repositories, services, and controllers.
  • Database optimization, indexing strategies, and caching with Redis.
  • Middleware, authentication, error handling, and performance tuning for production-grade APIs.
  • Use Case: Design a scalable API for a multi-tenant e-commerce backend with clean separation of concerns and efficient data access.

Quick Start

Outline a robust backend architecture for a Node.js API, applying the patterns to design routes, repositories, services, and caching.

Frequently Asked Questions about backend-patterns

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

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How do I design a scalable Node.js API architecture with clean separation of concerns?▼

To design a scalable Node.js API architecture, apply modular patterns separating routes, repositories, services, and controllers to ensure maintainable server-side projects and robust API design.

What's the best way to structure Express middleware and error handling for production APIs?▼

The best way to structure Express middleware and error handling is by implementing modular service layers and standardized error-handling patterns to achieve production-grade API performance tuning.

How do I optimize database access patterns and implement caching with Redis in Node.js?▼

Optimize database access patterns by applying indexing strategies and integrating Redis caching mechanisms to reduce latency and improve data retrieval efficiency in Node.js applications.

Can I use these backend patterns for Next.js API routes and microservices?▼

Yes, you can apply these backend patterns to Next.js API routes and microservices to establish modular repository and service layers, efficient data access, and proper authentication.

When do I need repository and service layer patterns for my Node.js backend?▼

You need repository and service layer patterns when building scalable, maintainable Node.js backends, especially for multi-tenant e-commerce systems requiring efficient data access and clean separation.