python-node-boilerplate

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Kickstart ROS 2 Python nodes with best practices

Authorwimblerobotics
Version1.0.0
Installs0

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What problem does it solve?

Creating ROS 2 Python (rclpy) nodes is error-prone and repetitive due to boilerplate patterns; this Skill provides ready-made class-based templates and best practices to speed up development.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Class-based node templates (Minimal and Production patterns) for fast start and consistency.
  • Parameter handling, QoS, callback groups, and executor usage with safe shutdown.
  • Guidance on setup.py entry points and common ROS 2 workflows for Jazzy and Rolling.

Quick Start

Copy the provided minimal and production node templates into your ROS 2 Python package and customize them for your node name.

Dependency Matrix

Required Modules

None required

Components

Standard package

💻 Claude Code Installation

Recommended: Let Claude install automatically. Simply copy and paste the text below to Claude Code.

Please help me install this Skill:
Name: python-node-boilerplate
Download link: https://github.com/wimblerobotics/ros2-copilot-skills/archive/main.zip#python-node-boilerplate

Please download this .zip file, extract it, and install it in the .claude/skills/ directory.
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