stan-development

Guide Stan model development with modern syntax and cmdstanr/cmdstanpy integration.

7|3|Updated Jul 31, 2025
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/seabbs/claude-code-config --skill stan-development
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Skill: stan-development
Source: https://github.com/seabbs/claude-code-config/tree/main/skills/stan-development
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/seabbs/claude-code-config --skill stan-development

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Provides expert Stan development guidance for modern syntax, cmdstanr/cmdstanpy integration, and robust testing patterns to accelerate Bayesian modeling and reduce errors.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Modern Stan syntax guidance including arrays, data types, and vectorization for clean, maintainable models.
  • Modular Stan code organization with reusable functions and include patterns for scalable projects.
  • Integration and workflow patterns for R (cmdstanr) and Python (cmdstanpy), testing Stan functions, and debugging strategies.

Quick Start

Set up a modular Stan project with modern syntax, cmdstanr/cmdstanpy integration, and a baseline testing workflow.

Frequently Asked Questions about stan-development

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

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How do I write modern Stan syntax for Bayesian models?

Modern Stan syntax uses arrays, updated data types, and vectorization to build clean, maintainable Bayesian models. This guidance enforces modular code organization with reusable functions and include patterns to streamline development and reduce errors.

What's the best way to integrate Stan with R and Python?

Integrate Stan with R and Python using cmdstanr and cmdstanpy. This provides cross-language workflow patterns, testing strategies for Stan functions, and debugging guidance to accelerate probabilistic programming across both ecosystems.

Can I test Stan functions directly in my probabilistic programming workflow?

Yes, you can test Stan functions directly within your probabilistic programming workflow. This provides integration patterns for cmdstanr and cmdstanpy, along with robust testing strategies to validate modular Stan code and debug effectively.

How do I organize modular Stan code for scalable Bayesian modeling projects?

Organize modular Stan code using reusable functions and include patterns for scalable Bayesian modeling projects. This approach enforces modern syntax, vectorization, and clean data types to maintain code quality as project complexity grows.

Why does my Stan model development need modern syntax and testing patterns?

Stan model development needs modern syntax and testing patterns to reduce errors and accelerate Bayesian modeling. Applying vectorization, modular code organization, and cmdstanr/cmdstanpy integration workflows ensures maintainable and debuggable probabilistic programs.