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clerk-setup

Add Clerk authentication to web projects with framework-specific setup workflows.

Updated Apr 7, 2026
Search Tags:#authentication#middleware#migration#nextjs#shadcn ui#clerk#env setup
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/koushik-hait/xigenis-landingpage-v1 --skill clerk-setup-koushik-hait
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Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: clerk-setup
Source: https://github.com/koushik-hait/xigenis-landingpage-v1/tree/main/.agents/skills/clerk-setup
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/koushik-hait/xigenis-landingpage-v1 --skill clerk-setup-koushik-hait

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Clerk authentication setup can be difficult because it varies across frameworks and requires correct middleware/proxy configuration plus secure environment variables.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Framework-aware setup: Detects the target framework from package.json and pulls the correct Clerk quickstart instructions to configure the right packages and entry points.
  • Next.js protection wiring: Guides creation of proxy.ts (or middleware.ts for older Next versions) and ensures auth routes and matchers are configured correctly.
  • Design system alignment: Detects shadcn/ui (components.json) and applies the Clerk shadcn theme so auth UI matches the app.
  • Migration planning: Helps transition from existing providers (e.g., NextAuth, Supabase Auth, Firebase, Auth0) by auditing auth touchpoints and proposing a migration strategy.

Quick Start

Set up Clerk authentication for my project in the folder by telling you to "Add Clerk authentication to my app at ./my-saas-app using the app router and Tailwind, and apply shadcn styling if components.json exists."

Frequently Asked Questions about clerk-setup

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I add Clerk authentication to a Next.js app with App Router and Tailwind?▼

Adding Clerk authentication involves detecting the target framework from package.json, fetching the correct quickstart instructions, and wiring the required provider and middleware entry points for your specific setup.

Can I migrate from NextAuth or Supabase Auth to Clerk authentication?▼

Migrating to Clerk authentication from NextAuth, Supabase Auth, Firebase, or Auth0 involves auditing existing auth touchpoints and generating a proposed transition strategy for your web project.

Does Clerk authentication setup work with frameworks besides Next.js?▼

Clerk authentication setup supports React SPAs, Remix, Astro, Nuxt, Express, and Fastify by pulling the correct quickstart instructions and wiring framework-specific packages and entry points.

How do I configure Clerk middleware or proxy files for route protection?▼

Configuring Clerk route protection in Next.js requires creating proxy.ts or middleware.ts depending on your version, ensuring auth routes and matchers are correctly set up for App Router.

How do I apply shadcn/ui theming to Clerk authentication components?▼

Applying shadcn/ui theming to Clerk authentication components occurs when components.json is detected in your project, ensuring the generated auth UI matches your app's design system.

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