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writing-hookify-rules

Define custom Hookify automation rules using markdown with YAML frontmatter.

Updated Feb 16, 2026
Search Tags:#code quality#automation#developer tools#regex#hookify#rule engine
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npx skills add https://github.com/alexajuno/dotfiles --skill writing-hookify-rules-alexajuno
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Skill: writing-hookify-rules
Source: https://github.com/alexajuno/dotfiles/tree/main/dot_claude/plugins/marketplaces/claude-plugins-official/plugins/hookify/skills/writing-rules
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/alexajuno/dotfiles --skill writing-hookify-rules-alexajuno

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill provides a comprehensive guide to creating custom rules for the Hookify tool, enabling users to automate code quality checks, enforce best practices, and prevent common errors.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Rule Definition: Learn the YAML frontmatter structure for defining rule names, events, patterns, and messages.
  • Event Handling: Understand how to trigger rules based on bash, file, stop, or prompt events.
  • Pattern Matching: Master simple and advanced regex patterns for precise condition matching.
  • Use Case: You need to ensure that no sensitive API keys are accidentally committed to your codebase. You can create a Hookify rule that triggers a warning whenever a file containing API_KEY is modified.

Quick Start

Create a new hookify rule by defining its name, event, and pattern in a .local.md file within the .claude directory.

Frequently Asked Questions about writing-hookify-rules

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I create custom automation rules for code quality checks?▼

Create custom automation rules by defining rule names, events, patterns, and messages in a markdown file with YAML frontmatter to enforce best practices and prevent common errors.

How do I trigger an automation rule based on bash commands or file edits?▼

Trigger automation rules by configuring `bash`, `file`, `stop`, or `prompt` events in the YAML frontmatter to handle specific workflow actions and file modifications.

How does regex pattern matching work for code automation rules?▼

Regex pattern matching validates conditions precisely by testing simple and advanced patterns against event outputs, enabling proactive error prevention through dynamic rule configuration.

Can I use markdown to define conditional logic for developer tools?▼

Yes, you can define conditional logic for developer tools using a structured markdown format with YAML frontmatter to manage dynamic code automation and event handling.

What is the best way to prevent sensitive API keys from being committed to a codebase?▼

Prevent sensitive data leaks by creating a rule that triggers a warning whenever a file containing `API_KEY` is modified, using regex pattern matching to enforce the condition.

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