perf-lighthouse

Run Lighthouse audits via CLI or Node API and parse performance reports.

Updated May 6, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/wilfoz/plan_game --skill perf-lighthouse-wilfoz
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Skill: perf-lighthouse
Source: https://github.com/wilfoz/plan_game/tree/main/.claude/skills/perf-lighthouse
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/wilfoz/plan_game --skill perf-lighthouse-wilfoz

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill requires lighthouse, chrome-launcher, and includes scripts (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

Performance testing of websites can be complex and time-consuming, requiring manual setup and analysis to ensure optimal user experience.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Run Lighthouse audits locally via CLI or Node API to evaluate website performance, accessibility, and SEO metrics.
  • Parse and interpret reports by extracting detailed scores and core web vitals for continuous monitoring.
  • Use Case: Developers can automate performance checks during CI/CD pipelines to ensure new code updates do not degrade site speed or accessibility standards.

Quick Start

Use the perf-lighthouse skill to run a performance audit on your website with a simple shell command.

Frequently Asked Questions about perf-lighthouse

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I automate website performance audits using Lighthouse?

Automate Lighthouse audits by executing reports through CLI or programmatically via Node API. This allows developers to evaluate website performance, accessibility, and SEO metrics automatically during continuous monitoring or CI workflows.

Can I run Lighthouse reports in a CI/CD pipeline to check core web vitals?

Yes, Lighthouse reports can be integrated into CI/CD pipelines to automate performance checks. Developers use this to parse report scores and ensure new code updates do not degrade site speed or accessibility standards.

Do I need Chrome and Node.js to generate Lighthouse performance metrics?

Yes, generating and analyzing webpage performance metrics requires Node.js, Lighthouse, and Chrome. These dependencies are necessary to execute the audits and parse the resulting report data locally.

What is the best way to parse Lighthouse scores for continuous monitoring?

The best way to parse Lighthouse scores for continuous monitoring is using a Node API to extract detailed performance metrics and core web vitals programmatically from the generated audit reports.

Does Lighthouse auditing work for evaluating SEO and accessibility standards locally?

Yes, running Lighthouse audits locally via CLI or Node API evaluates website SEO and accessibility standards alongside performance. It extracts detailed scores to help maintain optimal user experience.