dev-server

Start and monitor development servers with automatic stack detection and readiness checks.

12|2|Updated Nov 20, 2025
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/alexandrbasis/claudops --skill dev-server-alexandrbasis
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Skill: dev-server
Source: https://github.com/alexandrbasis/claudops/tree/main/.claude/skills/dev-server
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/alexandrbasis/claudops --skill dev-server-alexandrbasis

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Start and monitor a project's development server to surface errors in real time and keep development momentum.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Automatic stack detection and start commands across Node.js, Python, Ruby, Go, Rust, Java, PHP, Elixir, and Docker Compose.
  • Real-time error streaming via the Monitor tool, filtering noise from routine logs.
  • Built-in readiness checks and on-demand monitoring when you say "dev" or "start dev".

Quick Start

Say start dev in your project directory to launch and monitor the local development server.

Frequently Asked Questions about dev-server

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

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How do I automatically start a dev server and monitor for real-time errors?

To start a dev server and monitor for errors, you can trigger an automated process by saying 'start dev' in your project directory. This auto-detects your stack and runs pre-flight checks for port conflicts before launching.

What programming languages and stacks does automatic dev server detection support?

Automatic dev server detection supports Node.js, Python, Ruby, Go, Rust, Java, PHP, Elixir, and Docker Compose projects. The process identifies the stack and applies the appropriate start command without manual configuration.

How does a dev server monitor filter routine log noise to surface errors?

A dev server monitor uses a dedicated Monitor tool to stream real-time errors while filtering out routine log noise. This mechanism ensures that only actionable errors surface during your development cycle.

Do I need to manually check if a port is available before starting my local development server?

You do not need to manually check for port availability before starting your local development server. The process implements built-in pre-flight checks to automatically detect and resolve port conflicts.

How are HTTP probes used to verify development server readiness?

HTTP probes verify development server readiness by automatically polling the server endpoint. This mechanism ensures the server is fully operational and accepting requests before monitoring begins.

Can I start a Docker Compose development server and monitor its logs automatically?

You can start a Docker Compose development server and monitor its logs automatically. The stack detection mechanism identifies Docker Compose configurations and launches the environment while streaming real-time errors.