How does the wrapper handle API authentication?

The template uses environment variables to securely store and inject API keys into the client scripts, ensuring credentials aren't hardcoded.

What kind of error handling is included?

It includes a standardized mapping for common HTTP errors like 401 Unauthorized, 429 Rate Limited, and 500 Server Errors with suggested resolutions.

Which runtime is required for this skill archetype?

This skill is optimized for the Bun runtime, providing fast execution for TypeScript scripts used to interact with APIs.

Can I define custom workflows with this skill?

Yes, the archetype includes a specific section for defining common multi-step workflows, guiding Claude on how to combine operations effectively.

What is an API Wrapper archetype for Claude Code?

It is a standardized template designed to help developers quickly build consistent interfaces that allow Claude to communicate with external APIs via CLI commands.

API Integration Wrapper

Name: API Integration Wrapper
Author: outfitter-dev

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API Development

Standardizes the creation of API interfaces to enable seamless communication between Claude and external services.

About

The API Integration Wrapper archetype provides a structured foundation for building robust, CLI-driven interfaces that allow Claude Code to interact with any external API. By leveraging the Bun runtime, it offers a consistent pattern for managing authentication, executing operations, and handling common errors like rate limiting and server issues. This skill is essential for developers looking to extend Claude's capabilities with domain-specific data and service integrations through a maintainable and standardized codebase.

Key Features

Bun-powered TypeScript client execution
Environment-based authentication management
Standardized CLI-based API interaction patterns
Built-in error handling and status code mapping
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Template-driven workflow and operation definitions

Use Cases

Standardizing third-party service integrations for development teams
Creating custom Claude Code skills for proprietary internal APIs
Rapidly prototyping API-driven command line tools for AI agents

About

Key Features

Bun-powered TypeScript client execution
Environment-based authentication management
Standardized CLI-based API interaction patterns
Built-in error handling and status code mapping
0 GitHub stars
Template-driven workflow and operation definitions

Use Cases

Standardizing third-party service integrations for development teams
Creating custom Claude Code skills for proprietary internal APIs
Rapidly prototyping API-driven command line tools for AI agents