This content originally appeared on DEV Community and was authored by Vahid Vahedi
Hey everyone! 👋
I’ve built a Go REST API boilerplate to help developers learn how to structure and build production-ready APIs quickly and cleanly.
For Hacktoberfest 2025, I’ve added several beginner-friendly issues labeled:
hacktoberfestgood first issuehelp wanted
🔗 Repository
👉 github.com/vahiiiid/go-rest-api-boilerplate
Topics: Go, REST, Middleware, Docker, Testing
Docs: https://vahiiiid.github.io/go-rest-api-docs
Issues: https://github.com/vahiiiid/go-rest-api-boilerplate/issues
🧩 How You Can Contribute
You can:
- Pick an existing issue (each is well-described with clear hints and examples)
- Or create your own discussion or issue if you have an idea to improve the project!
- All issues are AI-friendly, meaning you can use tools like ChatGPT or GitHub Copilot for guidance while implementing your changes 🤖
Each issue includes:
📋 Clear acceptance criteria
💡 Code examples and hints
🤖 AI-friendly (ChatGPT/Copilot welcome!)
🧭 How to Get Started
- Fork the repo
- Clone it locally
- Create a new branch
- Make your changes
- Open a pull request 🎉
Even small PRs count — every contribution helps improve the boilerplate for future developers!
💬 Let’s Connect
If you’d like to discuss ideas or need help, feel free to:
- Comment on an issue
- Start a discussion in the repo
- Or message me here on DEV.to!
Happy coding, and have an awesome Hacktoberfest! 🎃
This content originally appeared on DEV Community and was authored by Vahid Vahedi
Vahid Vahedi | Sciencx (2025-10-06T14:40:52+00:00) 🎃 Contribute to a Go REST API Boilerplate — Perfect for Hacktoberfest Beginners!. Retrieved from https://www.scien.cx/2025/10/06/%f0%9f%8e%83-contribute-to-a-go-rest-api-boilerplate-perfect-for-hacktoberfest-beginners/
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