nextflow-development

Automate nf-core bioinformatics pipelines with Nextflow for omics data analysis.

Updated Feb 6, 2026
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Skill: nextflow-development
Source: https://github.com/lohasle/knowledge-work-plugins/tree/main/bio-research/skills/nextflow-development
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/lohasle/knowledge-work-plugins --skill nextflow-development-lohasle

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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

What problem does it solve?

This Skill automates the execution of complex bioinformatics pipelines (like RNA-seq, variant calling, ATAC-seq) directly within the Claude environment, removing the need for manual command-line execution and environment setup.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Pipeline Execution: Run nf-core pipelines (rnaseq, sarek, atacseq) with minimal user input.
  • Environment Validation: Automatically checks and guides users through setting up necessary tools (Docker, Nextflow, Java).
  • Data Preparation: Assists in downloading public data (GEO/SRA) and generating compatible samplesheets.
  • Use Case: A researcher needs to analyze RNA-seq data from a public GEO dataset. They can use this Skill to download the data, validate their environment, generate a samplesheet, and run the nf-core/rnaseq pipeline, receiving the analysis results directly.

Quick Start

Use the nextflow-development skill to run the rnaseq pipeline on the data in the '~/data/fastq' directory.

Frequently Asked Questions about nextflow-development

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

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How do I run nf-core bioinformatics pipelines like rnaseq and atacseq without manual command-line setup?

You can run nf-core pipelines like rnaseq and atacseq by automating environment validation and execution. This guides you through setting up Docker, Nextflow, and Java, then processes local FASTQ, BAM, or CRAM inputs to generate analysis results directly.

Can I download GEO or SRA data and generate a samplesheet for Nextflow pipelines?

Yes, you can download public omics data from GEO or SRA and generate a compatible samplesheet. This prepares your acquired data for immediate execution within nf-core bioinformatics pipelines like sarek and atacseq.

What do I need to set up before executing variant calling or rnaseq pipelines locally?

Before executing variant calling or rnaseq pipelines, you need Docker, Nextflow, and Java installed. The environment validation step checks for these dependencies and guides you through the setup process to ensure successful pipeline execution.

Does this Nextflow automation support local BAM and CRAM files for variant calling?

Yes, the Nextflow automation supports local FASTQ, BAM, and CRAM inputs for omics data analysis. This allows you to process existing alignment files directly through nf-core pipelines like sarek for variant calling without needing raw FASTQ files.

What is the best way to analyze RNA-seq data from a public GEO dataset end-to-end?

The best way to analyze RNA-seq data from a public GEO dataset is to automate data acquisition, samplesheet generation, environment validation, and nf-core/rnaseq pipeline execution. This handles the entire workflow from download to final analysis results.

Are there limitations when running nf-core atacseq pipelines with automated environment setup?

Automated nf-core atacseq pipeline execution relies on properly configured Docker, Nextflow, and Java environments. If these dependencies are missing or incorrectly configured, the environment validation will prompt you to resolve the setup before proceeding with the omics data analysis.