
redis-development
Redis performance optimization and best practices. Use this skill when working with Redis data structures, Redis Query Engine (RQE), vector search with RedisVL, semantic caching with LangCache, or optimizing Redis performance.
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Install
Works with every agent the skills CLI supports.
npx skills add https://github.com/redis/agent-skills --skill redis-development- 01
Install
Run the command in your project. The CLI asks which agents to install for.
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Describe the task
Ask your agent for something this skill covers. It loads redis-development automatically when relevant.
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Redis Best Practices
Comprehensive performance optimization guide for Redis, including Redis Query Engine, vector search, and semantic caching. Contains 29 rules across 11 categories, prioritized by impact to guide automated optimization and code generation.
When to Apply
Reference these guidelines when:
- Designing Redis data models and key structures
- Implementing caching, sessions, or real-time features
- Using Redis Query Engine (FT.CREATE, FT.SEARCH, FT.AGGREGATE)
- Building vector search or RAG applications with RedisVL
- Implementing semantic caching with LangCache
- Optimizing Redis performance and memory usage
Rule Categories by Priority
| Priority | Category | Impact | Prefix |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Data Structures & Keys | HIGH | data- |
| 2 | Memory & Expiration | HIGH | ram- |
| 3 | Connection & Performance | HIGH | conn- |
| 4 | JSON Documents | MEDIUM | json- |
| 5 | Redis Query Engine | HIGH | rqe- |
| 6 | Vector Search & RedisVL | HIGH | vector- |
| 7 | Semantic Caching | MEDIUM | semantic-cache- |
| 8 | Streams & Pub/Sub | MEDIUM | stream- |
| 9 | Clustering & Replication | MEDIUM | cluster- |
| 10 | Security | HIGH | security- |
| 11 | Observability | MEDIUM | observe- |
Quick Reference
1. Data Structures & Keys (HIGH)
data-choose-structure- Choose the Right Data Structuredata-key-naming- Use Consistent Key Naming Conventions
2. Memory & Expiration (HIGH)
ram-limits- Configure Memory Limits and Eviction Policiesram-ttl- Set TTL on Cache Keys
3. Connection & Performance (HIGH)
conn-blocking- Avoid Slow Commands in Productionconn-pipelining- Use Pipelining for Bulk Operationsconn-pooling- Use Connection Pooling or Multiplexingconn-timeouts- Configure Connection Timeouts
4. JSON Documents (MEDIUM)
json-partial-updates- Use JSON Paths for Partial Updatesjson-vs-hash- Choose JSON vs Hash Appropriately
5. Redis Query Engine (HIGH)
rqe-dialect- Use DIALECT 2 for Query Syntaxrqe-field-types- Choose the Correct Field Typerqe-index-creation- Index Only Fields You Queryrqe-index-management- Manage Indexes for Zero-Downtime Updatesrqe-query-optimization- Write Efficient Queries
6. Vector Search & RedisVL (HIGH)
vector-algorithm-choice- Choose HNSW vs FLAT Based on Requirementsvector-hybrid-search- Use Hybrid Search for Better Resultsvector-index-creation- Configure Vector Indexes Properlyvector-rag-pattern- Implement RAG Pattern Correctly
7. Semantic Caching (MEDIUM)
semantic-cache-best-practices- Configure Semantic Cache Properlysemantic-cache-langcache-usage- Use LangCache for LLM Response Caching
8. Streams & Pub/Sub (MEDIUM)
stream-choosing-pattern- Choose Streams vs Pub/Sub Appropriately
9. Clustering & Replication (MEDIUM)
cluster-hash-tags- Use Hash Tags for Multi-Key Operationscluster-read-replicas- Use Read Replicas for Read-Heavy Workloads
10. Security (HIGH)
security-acls- Use ACLs for Fine-Grained Access Controlsecurity-auth- Always Use Authentication in Productionsecurity-network- Secure Network Access
11. Observability (MEDIUM)
observe-commands- Use Observability Commands for Debuggingobserve-metrics- Monitor Key Redis Metrics
How to Use
Read individual rule files for detailed explanations and code examples:
rules/rqe-index-creation.md
rules/vector-rag-pattern.md
Each rule file contains:
- Brief explanation of why it matters
- Correct example(s) with explanation
- Either an "Incorrect" example (for anti-patterns that cause real harm) or "When to use / When NOT needed" guidance (for optional features)
- Additional context and references
Full Compiled Document
For the complete guide with all rules expanded: AGENTS.md
FAQ
What does the redis-development skill do?
Redis performance optimization and best practices. Use this skill when working with Redis data structures, Redis Query Engine (RQE), vector search with RedisVL, semantic caching with LangCache, or optimizing Redis performance.
How do I install redis-development?
Run npx skills add https://github.com/redis/agent-skills --skill redis-development in your project. The skills CLI detects the agents you use and copies the skill into the right folder. For Claude Code you can also place the skill folder at ~/.claude/skills/redis-development/ (personal) or .claude/skills/redis-development/ (project).
Which AI agents can use redis-development?
Any agent that supports the open Agent Skills format (a folder with a SKILL.md file), including Claude Code, Codex, Cursor, GitHub Copilot, Gemini CLI, Windsurf, Cline, OpenCode and more.
Is redis-development safe to install?
No partner security audit is available yet. Skills can run commands and scripts, so read the SKILL.md and any bundled files before installing.
Who maintains redis-development?
It is published by redis in redis/agent-skills, and it is an official skill from the maker of the technology it covers. It has 3,148 recorded installs.
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