How do I pass arguments to a custom command?

You can use $ARGUMENTS to capture the entire input string or positional variables like $1, $2, and $3 for specific parameters provided after the command name.

What is the difference between project and user commands?

Project commands are shared with your team via the repository, while user commands are personal utilities available across all your local projects.

Where are custom commands stored in a project?

Project-specific commands are stored in the .claude/commands/ directory, while personal global commands are kept in ~/.claude/commands/.

Can I restrict which tools a custom command can use?

Yes, using the 'allowed-tools' field in the YAML frontmatter, you can specify exactly which tools (like Read, Write, or Bash) the command is permitted to access.

What is a Claude Code slash command?

A slash command is a specialized Markdown file containing instructions that Claude executes to perform specific, repetitive tasks or complex workflows within the CLI.

Command Development for Claude Code

Name: Command Development for Claude Code
Author: astrosteveo

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Developer Tools

Guides users through creating, configuring, and optimizing custom slash commands to automate workflows within the Claude Code CLI.

About

The Command Development skill provides specialized guidance for building powerful slash commands in Claude Code. It empowers developers to create reusable, context-aware prompts by mastering YAML frontmatter configuration, dynamic argument handling, and file referencing. By following the implementation patterns provided, users can integrate inline bash execution to pull repository state and organize commands into logical namespaces. This skill ensures that custom commands are written as precise instructions for the AI agent, leading to more consistent results and streamlined development cycles.

Key Features

Dynamic argument handling using $ARGUMENTS and positional parameters
Namespacing and directory organization strategies for project and global commands
YAML frontmatter configuration for model selection and tool permissions
Contextual file referencing using the @ syntax within command prompts
0 GitHub stars
Inline Bash execution for gathering real-time repository and environment data

Use Cases

Standardizing team code review workflows with project-specific security and style checklists
Automating complex documentation generation for source files and API endpoints
Creating interactive test runners and deployment triggers directly from the CLI interface

About

Key Features

Dynamic argument handling using $ARGUMENTS and positional parameters
Namespacing and directory organization strategies for project and global commands
YAML frontmatter configuration for model selection and tool permissions
Contextual file referencing using the @ syntax within command prompts
0 GitHub stars
Inline Bash execution for gathering real-time repository and environment data

Use Cases

Standardizing team code review workflows with project-specific security and style checklists
Automating complex documentation generation for source files and API endpoints
Creating interactive test runners and deployment triggers directly from the CLI interface