dev

Start a Python HTTP server on port 8000 and open the site in a browser.

Updated Mar 11, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/jkhowland/jkhowland --skill dev-jkhowland
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Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: dev
Source: https://github.com/jkhowland/jkhowland/tree/main/.claude/skills/dev
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/jkhowland/jkhowland --skill dev-jkhowland

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Developers waste time starting and verifying local dev environments. This Skill provides a simple, repeatable sequence to launch a local server and validate site availability.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Start a Python HTTP server on port 8000 and keep it running in the background.
  • Open the local site in a browser for quick verification.
  • Use cases include debugging, local previews, and onboarding new teammates with a consistent dev setup.

Quick Start

Start the Python HTTP server in the background on port 8000 and then open http://localhost:8000 in your browser.

Frequently Asked Questions about dev

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

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How do I start a local Python HTTP server for site preview?

To start a local Python HTTP server for site preview, this Skill launches Python's http.server in the background on port 8000. It then guides you to open http://localhost:8000 in your browser to verify the local project is accessible.

How can I serve my local project files in a browser for debugging?

You can serve local project files in a browser for debugging by running a Python HTTP server in the background. This Skill initiates the server on port 8000 and opens your local site for quick verification and QA.

Can I use Python http.server to run a local dev environment in the background?

Yes, you can use Python http.server to run a local dev environment in the background. This Skill starts the server on port 8000, allowing you to keep it running while you perform local development and site previews.

What is the best way to quickly launch a local server and validate site availability?

The best way to quickly launch a local server and validate site availability is using this Skill. It provides a repeatable sequence to start a Python HTTP server on port 8000 and guides you to verify the site is accessible in your browser.

Does the local dev server require any external dependencies to start?

No, the local dev server does not require external dependencies to start. It uses Python's built-in http.server module to run the server on port 8000 and open the local site for verification.

Why use a simple Python HTTP server for local development instead of other tools?

You would use a simple Python HTTP server for local development to save time starting and verifying dev environments. It provides a repeatable sequence to launch a quick server on port 8000 without complex configuration.