Can commands automatically reference files?

Yes, using the @ syntax (e.g., @src/main.ts), you can instruct Claude to read and include the contents of specific files as context when the command is executed.

What is a Claude Code slash command?

A slash command is a Markdown file containing specific instructions that Claude executes when invoked, allowing for reusable, consistent, and shareable AI workflows.

Where should I store my custom commands?

Store project-specific commands in the .claude/commands/ directory of your repo, and global personal commands in ~/.claude/commands/.

How do I give a command access to system tools?

You can specify tool permissions in the command's YAML frontmatter using the 'allowed-tools' field, such as 'allowed-tools: Read, Write, Bash(git:*)'.

Can I use variables in my Claude Code commands?

Yes, you can use $ARGUMENTS to capture the entire user input string or positional arguments like $1, $2, and $3 to pass specific parameters into your command prompt.

Claude Code Command Development

Name: Claude Code Command Development
Author: brixtonpham

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Developer Tools

Creates and optimizes custom slash commands for Claude Code to automate repetitive developer workflows and standardize AI interactions.

This skill provides a comprehensive framework for building powerful slash commands within the Claude Code environment. It guides users through the entire lifecycle of command creation—from basic Markdown structure and YAML frontmatter configuration to advanced features like dynamic positional arguments, context-aware file references, and inline bash execution. By implementing these patterns, developers can transform complex, multi-step prompts into reusable, team-sharable utilities that significantly enhance coding productivity and maintain consistency across diverse projects.

Key Features

01Dynamic argument handling using positional parameters ($1, $2) and full-string capturing ($ARGUMENTS).

02YAML frontmatter configuration for tool permissions, model selection, and help documentation.

03Structured command organization using namespacing for project-specific and global user workflows.

04Inline bash execution to gather real-time repository state and environment data.

05Context enrichment via static and dynamic file references using the @ syntax.

060 GitHub stars

Use Cases

01Automating repetitive testing and linting tasks with context-aware bash execution sequences.

02Standardizing code review processes across a development team with custom /review-pr commands.

03Creating specialized documentation generators that automatically pull context from project configuration files.

What are Skills?·How to Install

Install with 🐟 Skill.Fish

npx skillfish add brixtonpham/dot-claude command-development

For use in Claude.ai and ChatGPT

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