command-development

What problem does it solve?

Creating effective, reusable Claude Code slash commands requires understanding their structure, configuration options, and how to integrate dynamic content and tools. This Skill provides comprehensive guidance, enabling you to build sophisticated automation and interactive workflows with ease.

Core Features & Use Cases

• Flexible Command Structure: Define commands as Markdown files with optional YAML frontmatter for configuration.
• Dynamic Arguments & File References: Use $ARGUMENTS, $1, and @syntax to create commands that adapt to user input and include file content.
• Inline Bash Execution: Execute bash commands (`!command) directly within your prompts to gather dynamic context or perform actions.
• Plugin-Specific Features: Leverage ${CLAUDE_PLUGIN_ROOT} for portable file references and integrate seamlessly with plugin agents, skills, and hooks.
• Robust Validation & Error Handling: Implement argument validation, file existence checks, and graceful error handling for reliable commands.
• Use Case: Build a custom code review command that fetches Git changes, a deployment command that uses environment-specific configurations, or an interactive troubleshooting tool that guides users through diagnostics.

Quick Start

Show me how to create a simple slash command that takes a file path as an argument and then reviews its content.