---
name: openrouter-known-pitfalls
description: |
Execute avoid common OpenRouter mistakes and anti-patterns. Use when reviewing code or onboarding developers. Trigger with phrases like 'openrouter pitfalls', 'openrouter mistakes', 'openrouter gotchas', 'openrouter common issues'.
allowed-tools: Read, Write, Edit, Grep
version: 1.0.0
license: MIT
author: Jeremy Longshore <jeremy@intentsolutions.io>
---
# Openrouter Known Pitfalls
## Overview
This skill documents common mistakes, anti-patterns, and gotchas to avoid when working with OpenRouter.
## Prerequisites
- OpenRouter integration or planning one
## Instructions
Follow these steps to implement this skill:
1. **Verify Prerequisites**: Ensure all prerequisites listed above are met
2. **Review the Implementation**: Study the code examples and patterns below
3. **Adapt to Your Environment**: Modify configuration values for your setup
4. **Test the Integration**: Run the verification steps to confirm functionality
5. **Monitor in Production**: Set up appropriate logging and monitoring
## Output
Successful execution produces:
- Working OpenRouter integration
- Verified API connectivity
- Example responses demonstrating functionality
## Error Handling
See `{baseDir}/references/errors.md` for comprehensive error handling.
## Examples
See `{baseDir}/references/examples.md` for detailed examples.
## Resources
- [OpenRouter Documentation](https://openrouter.ai/docs)
- [OpenRouter Models](https://openrouter.ai/models)
- [OpenRouter API Reference](https://openrouter.ai/docs/api-reference)
- [OpenRouter Status](https://status.openrouter.ai)
