typescript-prop-definition

Define TypeScript interfaces with JSDoc comments for React component props.

2|1|Updated Jan 31, 2026
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Skill: typescript-prop-definition
Source: https://github.com/Agentient/vibekit/tree/main/plugins/frontend-tools/skills/typescript-prop-definition
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/Agentient/vibekit --skill typescript-prop-definition

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Prop definitions for React components can become inconsistent across a codebase. This Skill provides a consistent pattern to define props with TypeScript interfaces, JSDoc comments, and utility types to improve readability and maintainability.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Interface-based prop definitions for React components with JSDoc documentation.
  • Generics and utility types (Pick, Omit, Partial) for flexible, reusable components.
  • Patterns such as cva + VariantProps for scalable styling.

Quick Start

Create a ButtonProps interface with JSDoc comments and use it in a Button component.

Frequently Asked Questions about typescript-prop-definition

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I define type-safe React props with TypeScript interfaces?

Type-safe React props are defined using TypeScript interfaces paired with JSDoc comments to ensure readability and maintainability across components. This pattern applies utility types like Pick, Omit, and Partial to create flexible, reusable component definitions.

What is the best way to document React component props using JSDoc and TypeScript?

Documenting React component props with JSDoc involves adding descriptive comments directly above TypeScript interface definitions. This provides in-code guidance and frontmatter-based metadata, ensuring components have well-documented, generically reusable prop structures.

Can I use utility types like Pick and Omit to create reusable React component props?

Utility types like Pick, Omit, and Partial can be used to create reusable React component props by modifying existing interfaces. This allows developers to flexibly compose type-safe prop definitions without duplicating interface structures across multiple components.

Does this TypeScript prop definition pattern work with cva and VariantProps?

The TypeScript prop definition pattern works with cva and VariantProps to provide scalable styling for React components. It combines interface-based prop definitions with variant patterns, ensuring type safety while managing complex component styling variations.

How do I make React component prop definitions consistent across a codebase?

Consistent React component prop definitions are achieved by applying standardized TypeScript interface conventions and JSDoc comments across the codebase. This pattern prevents inconsistency by providing a uniform structure for generically reusable props in frontend projects.

When do I need TypeScript generics for React component props?

TypeScript generics are needed for React component props when components require flexible, reusable type definitions across multiple instances. Using generics with interfaces allows components to safely accept varying data shapes while maintaining strict type checking.