hook-development

Develops prompt-based hooks for Claude Plugin events with validation and testing.

Updated Mar 28, 2026

Search Tags:#automation #testing #validation #plugin #claude-code #hook

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Skill: hook-development
Source: https://github.com/mobster570/oc-claude-plugin-dev/tree/main/plugin-src/skills/hook-development
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/mobster570/oc-claude-plugin-dev --skill hook-development-mobster570

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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

What problem does it solve?

This skill helps developers implement and manage Claude Code plugin hooks across sessions and tool events, enabling safer, event-driven automation.

Core Features & Use Cases

Prompt-based guidance for PreToolUse, PostToolUse, Stop, and SessionStart events.
Validation, testing, and linting tooling integrated via scripts and references to ensure robust hooks before deployment.
Examples and patterns to coordinate hooks across plugin workflows, with a focus on safety and maintainability.

Quick Start

Enable a basic PreToolUse prompt hook to validate a simple command during a test run.

Frequently Asked Questions about hook-development

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

FAQPage Schema

How do I implement Claude Code hooks for PreToolUse and PostToolUse events?▼

Claude Code hooks are implemented through prompt-based automation that intercepts PreToolUse, PostToolUse, Stop, and SessionStart events. This skill provides scripts and reference patterns to coordinate event-driven workflows across diverse projects safely.

What is hook-driven automation in Claude Code plugins?▼

Hook-driven automation in Claude Code plugins enables safer, event-driven workflows by triggering validation and processing during session starts, tool invocations, and user prompts. It uses portable paths via CLAUDE_PLUGIN_ROOT and resource folders for maintainable scripts.

Do I need jq installed to create Claude Code hook automation?▼

Yes, jq is a required dependency for developing hook automation with this skill. It is used for parsing and validating JSON data structures within the hook scripts and validation processes before deployment.

Can I test and validate Claude Code hooks before deploying them to a project?▼

Yes, you can test and validate Claude Code hooks before deployment using integrated testing and linting tooling. The skill includes scripts and references designed to ensure robust hook behavior and enforce end-to-end capabilities across plugin workflows.

What's the best way to manage resource paths in Claude Code plugin scripts?▼

The best way to manage resource paths in Claude Code plugin scripts is by using the CLAUDE_PLUGIN_ROOT variable for portable path resolution. This ensures scripts, references, and assets remain accessible across diverse project environments.

Why are my Claude Code SessionStart hooks failing to trigger validation correctly?▼

SessionStart hooks may fail if scripts lack proper portable path configuration via CLAUDE_PLUGIN_ROOT or if validation processes are not integrated. This skill provides reference patterns and linting tooling to enforce end-to-end capabilities and resolve coordination issues.