backend-patterns

Standardize Node.js, Express, and Next.js backend architecture with repository, service, and middleware patterns.

26|1|Updated Mar 19, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/BinyaminEden/claude-combine --skill backend-patterns-binyamineden
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Skill: backend-patterns
Source: https://github.com/BinyaminEden/claude-combine/tree/main/skills/backend-patterns
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/BinyaminEden/claude-combine --skill backend-patterns-binyamineden

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill eliminates the guesswork and inconsistency of building backend systems from scratch by providing standardized, production-ready architecture patterns for Node.js, Express, and Next.js API routes, reducing technical debt and accelerating development.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Standardized Architecture Layers: Pre-built implementations for repository, service, and controller patterns to separate concerns and improve testability.
  • Performance Optimization Guides: Best practices for eliminating N+1 queries, implementing caching, and optimizing database interactions for high-traffic applications.
  • Production-Ready Boilerplate: Ready-to-use patterns for authentication, error handling, rate limiting, and background jobs that follow industry security and scalability standards. Use case example: When building a new marketplace API, use this Skill to implement a cached repository for market data, add JWT authentication to protected endpoints, and set up structured error handling in minutes instead of hours.

Quick Start

Use the backend-patterns skill to implement a cached repository layer and JWT authentication for your new Next.js API route.

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 structure a scalable Node.js backend architecture?▼

Structure a scalable Node.js backend by separating concerns using standardized repository, service, and controller layers. Pre-vetted architecture patterns improve testability and maintainability for Express and Next.js API routes.

What is the best way to implement JWT authentication in a Next.js API route?▼

Implement JWT authentication in Next.js using production-ready boilerplate patterns. Pre-built authentication setups align with industry security standards for protected endpoints without building from scratch.

How do I eliminate N+1 queries and optimize database interactions in Express?▼

Eliminate N+1 queries in Express by applying performance optimization guides and implementing a cached repository layer. Best practices optimize database interactions for high-traffic server-side applications.

Can I use this Skill to set up background jobs and rate limiting for my server-side app?▼

Yes, you can configure background jobs and rate limiting with this Skill. Ready-to-use boilerplate patterns ensure Node.js backends follow industry scalability and security standards.

Does this backend architecture pattern work for both Express and Next.js API routes?▼

Yes, the backend architecture patterns apply to both Express and Next.js API routes. Standardized layers provide pre-vetted repository, service, and middleware designs compatible with both frameworks.

Why should I use standardized backend patterns instead of building my API from scratch?▼

Use standardized backend patterns to eliminate guesswork and reduce technical debt. Pre-vetted patterns accelerate development by providing structured error handling and maintainable code, unlike inconsistent scratch-built APIs.