convex-best-practices

Document Convex best practices for function organization, validation, and error handling.

33|2|Updated Feb 21, 2025
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SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This best-practices guide helps software teams consistently build production-ready Convex applications by standardizing structure, validation, and error handling.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Domain-driven function organization and modularization for scalable Convex apps
  • Typed arguments and return values with validators, leveraging TypeScript and Convex schema patterns
  • Robust error handling, including user-facing errors and failure recovery strategies

Quick Start

Define domain boundaries, implement typed Convex functions with validators, and structure code per the Zen principles.

Frequently Asked Questions about convex-best-practices

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I structure Convex functions for team development?▼

Implement typed arguments and return values using Convex validators and TypeScript schema patterns. This enforces runtime validation and provides compile-time type safety for queries and mutations.

What's the best way to handle errors in a Convex application?▼

Handle Convex errors by implementing robust user-facing error messages and structured failure recovery strategies. Standardizing error handling ensures consistent application behavior during exceptions and invalid operations.

Can I use TypeScript with Convex for runtime validation?▼

Yes, you can leverage TypeScript with Convex schema patterns and validators to implement typed arguments and return values. This combination provides strict runtime validation and compile-time type inference.

When do I need domain-driven function organization in Convex?▼

You need domain-driven function organization in Convex when building production-ready applications at scale. This pattern helps software teams consistently standardize structure, validation, and error handling across modules.

Does this guide include ESLint rules for Convex best-practices?▼

The guide focuses on Convex best-practices for function organization, validation, and error handling using TypeScript. It provides structured guidance with examples and recommended resources for team development.