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create-hooks

Create and configure Claude Code hooks for event-driven automation.

Updated Apr 30, 2026
Search Tags:#automation#hooks#Claude Code#programming#event-driven
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/emptist/psypi --skill create-hooks-emptist
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Skill: create-hooks
Source: https://github.com/emptist/psypi/tree/main/ppi_skills/create-hooks
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/emptist/psypi --skill create-hooks-emptist

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill offers comprehensive guidance on creating, configuring, and using Claude Code hooks for event-driven automation, enabling users to automate workflows, validate commands, and enhance Claude's behavior without modifying core code.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Hook Creation and Configuration: Step-by-step instructions for defining hook events, types, matchers, and inputs.
  • Event Matching: Learn how to match tools and events to trigger hooks appropriately.
  • Use Case: A developer can use this Skill to set up a hook that validates commands before execution, thus ensuring code safety and compliance.

Quick Start

Use the create-hooks skill to create a new hook that logs all Bash commands executed within Claude Code.

Frequently Asked Questions about create-hooks

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I create event-driven hooks for Claude Code automation?▼

Claude Code hooks trigger event-driven automation by matching specific tools and events to execute custom scripts. You configure hook types and matchers to validate commands, log actions, or enhance behavior dynamically.

Can I validate Bash commands before execution using Claude Code hooks?▼

Yes, you can validate Bash commands before execution by setting up a Claude Code hook with an appropriate event matcher. This ensures code safety and compliance by intercepting and checking commands prior to running them.

What do I need to configure command and prompt hook types in Claude Code?▼

Configuring command and prompt hook types requires basic scriptwriting skills and knowledge of Claude Code. You define event matchers and input/output schemas to trigger the desired automation behavior.

How does event matching work when setting up Claude Code hooks?▼

Event matching in Claude Code hooks works by defining specific matchers that link tools and events to your custom scripts. This ensures hooks trigger appropriately only when the configured event conditions are met during a session.

What are the limitations of using hooks for Claude Code automation?▼

Claude Code hooks rely on basic scriptwriting and predefined input/output schemas, meaning they cannot alter core program behavior or operate outside the matched event boundaries. They are limited to executing the specific automation logic you configure.

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