clerk-setup

Detect the target framework and apply official Clerk quickstart setup steps.

Updated May 4, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/Endsi3g/Uprising-AOS --skill clerk-setup-endsi3g
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Skill: clerk-setup
Source: https://github.com/Endsi3g/Uprising-AOS/tree/main/.agents/skills/clerk-setup
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/Endsi3g/Uprising-AOS --skill clerk-setup-endsi3g

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Adding authentication to an application is slow and error-prone, especially when you need the correct framework-specific wiring, middleware/proxy setup, and environment configuration.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Framework-aware Clerk setup: Detects the target framework from package dependencies and links the appropriate official quickstart for correct installation steps.
  • Next.js middleware/proxy guidance: Ensures the right integration file is created for Next.js (using proxy.ts for newer versions and middleware.ts when applicable).
  • Secure API key configuration: Guides both keyless development mode and manual dashboard key setup while keeping secret keys out of client code.
  • Optional shadcn/ui theme alignment: Detects shadcn presence and applies the matching Clerk theme so UI stays consistent.
  • Auth migration planning: Helps migrate from NextAuth, Supabase Auth, Firebase, Auth0, and other providers by auditing current auth touchpoints and proposing a safe strategy.

Quick Start

Set up Clerk authentication for your project by detecting your framework from package.json, fetching the official Clerk quickstart for that framework, following its steps to configure provider + proxy or middleware, and then setting NEXT_PUBLIC_CLERK_PUBLISHABLE_KEY and CLERK_SECRET_KEY in .env.local (and applying the shadcn theme if components.json exists).

Frequently Asked Questions about clerk-setup

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

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How do I add Clerk authentication to a Next.js project?

Adding Clerk authentication to Next.js involves detecting the framework, fetching the official quickstart, and setting up the ClerkProvider alongside middleware or proxy files and secure environment variables.

What is the correct way to configure Clerk environment variables?

Configuring Clerk environment variables requires setting NEXT_PUBLIC_CLERK_PUBLISHABLE_KEY and CLERK_SECRET_KEY in .env.local, ensuring secret keys are kept out of client-side code during both keyless development and manual dashboard setups.

Does Clerk setup work with shadcn ui components?

Clerk setup works with shadcn ui by detecting the components.json file and applying the matching Clerk theme, ensuring your authentication UI components remain visually consistent with your existing application design.

Can I migrate from NextAuth to Clerk authentication?

You can migrate from NextAuth to Clerk by auditing your current authentication touchpoints and following a proposed safe migration strategy, which also supports moving from Supabase Auth, Firebase, and Auth0.

When should I use proxy.ts instead of middleware.ts for Next.js Clerk setup?

Using proxy.ts instead of middleware.ts for Next.js Clerk setup depends on your framework version, where the setup process automatically determines and creates the correct integration file for route protection.