hook

Generate custom React hooks with 'use client' directives and type definitions.

Updated Mar 12, 2026

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Skill: hook
Source: https://github.com/sethihq/guide/tree/main/public/kit/skills/hook
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/sethihq/guide --skill hook-sethihq

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill helps developers create custom React hooks efficiently, following established conventions and best practices.

Core Features & Use Cases

Custom Hook Generation: Generates the boilerplate code for a new React hook.
Adherence to Standards: Ensures hooks follow Darkroom conventions (e.g., 'use client', type safety, named exports).
Use Case: When you need to encapsulate complex stateful logic in a reusable way, like managing form input state or handling API data fetching.

Quick Start

Create a new custom React hook named useAuth.

Frequently Asked Questions about hook

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

FAQPage Schema

How do I create a custom React hook with standard conventions?▼

To create a custom React hook, you define a function starting with 'use' that encapsulates reusable client-side logic. This process generates hook boilerplate while enforcing specific standards like the 'use client' directive, type definitions, and named exports.

What is the best way to generate boilerplate for a React useSomething hook?▼

Generating boilerplate for a React useSomething hook involves producing the foundational code structure automatically. This ensures the hook adheres to established conventions like type safety and 'use client' directives without requiring manual setup.

When do I need to extract client-side logic into a custom React hook?▼

You need to extract client-side logic into a custom React hook when you want to encapsulate complex stateful logic for reuse, such as managing form input state or handling API data fetching across multiple components.

Does this hook generation approach require a 'use client' directive for React components?▼

Yes, generating custom React hooks with this approach requires the 'use client' directive. It enforces this specific convention along with type definitions and named exports to ensure the client-side logic adheres to Darkroom standards.

How do I add type definitions when creating a new React hook?▼

Adding type definitions when creating a React hook is handled automatically during code generation. The process ensures type safety and includes named exports as part of the foundational boilerplate for your reusable client-side logic.

Can I use generated React hooks for managing API data fetching and form state?▼

Yes, you can use generated React hooks for managing API data fetching and form state. The generated hooks encapsulate complex stateful logic into reusable functions, making it easier to handle these common frontend development tasks.