Can I use this for Next.js integration?

Absolutely. It provides patterns for getting the Payload instance in Server Components and API routes, as well as handling Next.js revalidation via hooks.

Does it support custom field types?

Yes, it covers advanced field configurations including blocks, virtual fields, relationship filtering, and conditional admin UI logic.

How does it help with database transactions?

The skill provides guidance on passing the request object (req) through operations to ensure nested hook actions remain within the same database transaction.

Does this skill help with Payload CMS security?

Yes, it specifically addresses critical security patterns like enforcing access control in the Local API and implementing complex row-level security queries.

Payload CMS Developer Expert

Name: Payload CMS Developer Expert
Author: Microck

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Gestión de Contenido

Streamlines Payload CMS development with expert guidance on collections, hooks, access control, and secure API integrations.

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This skill equips Claude with specialized knowledge of Payload CMS, the TypeScript-first, Next.js-native headless CMS. It provides precise implementation patterns for defining collections, configuring complex field types like Lexical rich text and blocks, and architecting robust access control logic. Beyond basic setup, the skill focuses on critical developer tasks such as debugging hook loops, ensuring transaction atomicity during database operations, and correctly utilizing the Local API to prevent security bypasses. It is an essential companion for developers building scalable, secure, and highly customized content platforms.

Características Principales

Best practices for Payload hooks to handle side effects and prevent data corruption.
Advanced access control implementation for row-level security and multi-tenant architectures.
108 GitHub stars
Comprehensive collection and global configuration patterns including versioning and drafts.
Expertise in Local API, REST, and GraphQL querying with complex filtering and population.
Security-focused guidance on transaction management and permission overrides.

Casos de Uso

Developing custom Payload plugins to extend core functionality across multiple projects.
Architecting a secure, type-safe headless CMS backend for Next.js applications.
Implementing complex business logic through collection hooks and custom field validation.

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Características Principales

Best practices for Payload hooks to handle side effects and prevent data corruption.
Advanced access control implementation for row-level security and multi-tenant architectures.
108 GitHub stars
Comprehensive collection and global configuration patterns including versioning and drafts.
Expertise in Local API, REST, and GraphQL querying with complex filtering and population.
Security-focused guidance on transaction management and permission overrides.

Casos de Uso

Developing custom Payload plugins to extend core functionality across multiple projects.
Architecting a secure, type-safe headless CMS backend for Next.js applications.
Implementing complex business logic through collection hooks and custom field validation.