Does this skill support older versions of Clerk?

Yes, it detects whether you are using Core 2 (LTS) or the current SDK version and provides version-specific implementation patterns and callouts.

Does it handle webhook integration?

Absolutely. It provides specialized guidance for setting up real-time events, data syncing, and notification integrations via Clerk webhooks.

How does it help with Next.js security?

It offers advanced patterns for Middleware strategies, Server Actions, API route protection, and differentiating between Server and Client auth APIs.

Can I use this for native iOS development?

Yes, the skill includes specialized routing for Swift and native iOS projects using ClerkKit and ClerkKitUI implementation guidance.

Clerk Authentication Assistant

Name: Clerk Authentication Assistant
Author: clerk

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API Development

Simplifies Clerk authentication integration by routing requests to specialized sub-skills for setup, custom flows, and backend patterns.

The Clerk skill acts as an intelligent router for developers building authentication systems within the Claude Code environment. It automatically identifies the project's Clerk SDK version—distinguishing between Core 2 LTS and current versions—and provides context-aware guidance for tasks ranging from initial setup and custom UI design to advanced Next.js patterns and B2B organization management. Whether you are building a native Swift application, a complex multi-tenant SaaS, or setting up secure webhooks for data syncing, this skill ensures you implement the most up-to-date and secure authentication patterns specific to the Clerk ecosystem.

Key Features

01Framework-specific setup guidance for Next.js, Expo, React, and Swift

02Comprehensive testing patterns for Playwright and Cypress integration

03Implementation support for custom sign-in/sign-up flows and UI hooks

04Advanced B2B multi-tenancy management including roles and permissions

0513 GitHub stars

06Automatic SDK version detection to ensure compatible code patterns

Use Cases

01Implementing secure Server Actions and Middleware in Next.js applications

02Migrating an existing application to the latest Clerk SDK version

03Building white-labeled authentication interfaces with custom React hooks

What are Skills?·How to Install

Install with 🐟 Skill.Fish

npx skillfish add clerk/skills clerk

For use in Claude.ai and ChatGPT

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