What is the mandatory file for a Claude Code plugin?

The only mandatory file is plugin.json, which must be located specifically inside the .claude-plugin/ directory within your plugin root.

How does the guided creation workflow work?

By using the /create-plugin command, the skill initiates an 8-phase process that walks you through discovery, planning, design, structure creation, implementation, validation, testing, and documentation.

Where should I store skill definitions and documentation?

Skills should be organized within a dedicated skills/ directory, where each specific skill has its own subdirectory containing a SKILL.md file and optional references.

How do I test my plugin structure locally?

You can verify your plugin's functionality by running the command 'claude --plugin-dir ./my-plugin' to load it into your current Claude environment.

Claude Plugin Architect

Name: Claude Plugin Architect
Author: nthplusio

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개발자 도구

Standardizes the directory layout and manifest configuration for building robust Claude Code plugins.

The Plugin Structure skill provides a standardized framework for organizing Claude Code plugin directories, ensuring compliance with required manifest structures and naming conventions. It guides developers through an interactive 8-phase workflow—from initial discovery and component planning to implementation and validation—simplifying the process of creating complex plugins that include skills, agents, commands, and hooks. By enforcing best practices like proper kebab-case naming and correct file placement, this skill ensures your plugins are scalable, maintainable, and ready for deployment.

주요 기능

01Standardized directory layouts for skills, agents, and commands

02Comprehensive plugin.json manifest templates and naming conventions

03Pre-configured patterns for single and multi-skill plugin architectures

04Interactive 8-phase /create-plugin guided workflow

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06Built-in structural validation checklist for deployment readiness

사용 사례

01Validating plugin manifests and directory layouts before distribution

02Initializing a new Claude Code plugin from scratch with the correct folder hierarchy

03Refactoring existing scripts into a structured, shareable Claude plugin format

What are Skills?·How to Install

Install with 🐟 Skill.Fish

npx skillfish add nthplusio/functional-claude plugin-structure

For use in Claude.ai and ChatGPT

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