with-backend

Backend development standards for APIs, databases, and infrastructure. Use when editing server code, API routes, database schemas, or migrations. Do NOT use for UI-only changes — see the with-frontend skill.

Server-side implementation standards for database changes and API boundaries.

Database Changes

Flag lock-risk operations (large table ALTERs, index rebuilds on hot tables) before executing.
Include verification SQL or test confirming each schema change took effect.

Anti-Patterns

Migrations without verification evidence of schema change