Does it support data parsing from API responses?

Absolutely. The skill patterns integrate with jq to help you filter response data and capture specific values into shell variables for further use.

Is it possible to chain multiple API requests together?

Yes, the skill demonstrates how to capture IDs or tokens from one response and programmatically pass them into subsequent curl commands.

Why does this skill forbid the use of backslash line continuations?

Line continuations (\) can be unreliable in the Claude Code shell environment; using single-line commands ensures the requests execute successfully every time.

How does this skill handle complex JSON payloads?

The skill provides patterns for passing JSON strings via the -d flag and recommends using shell variables to maintain readability for long or complex data structures.

Can I use this skill for authenticated API calls?

Yes, it includes specific guidelines for including Authorization headers for Bearer tokens and Basic Auth using standard curl flags.

Curl API Integration

Name: Curl API Integration
Author: jclfocused

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API Development

Facilitates reliable HTTP API requests within the Claude Code environment using optimized curl syntax and shell patterns.

The curl-api skill equips Claude with specialized knowledge for executing robust API calls directly within the Claude Code shell. It addresses specific environment constraints by enforcing single-line command structures and avoiding unreliable backslash continuations. This skill provides a comprehensive library of patterns for GET and POST requests, advanced authentication handling, JSON payload management, and complex request chaining using shell variables and jq, ensuring seamless integration with RESTful services and third-party APIs.

Key Features

01Optimized single-line command patterns to prevent shell execution errors

02Variable-based request chaining for complex, multi-step API workflows

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04Standardized templates for RESTful GET and POST operations

05Seamless integration with jq for efficient JSON parsing and data extraction

06Pre-configured patterns for Bearer tokens and Basic authentication

Use Cases

01Interacting with web services and third-party APIs directly from the coding terminal

02Automating multi-step payment gateway workflows like Stripe product and price creation

03Testing and debugging REST API endpoints during the development lifecycle

What are Skills?·How to Install

Install with 🐟 Skill.Fish

npx skillfish add jclfocused/claude-agents curl-api

For use in Claude.ai and ChatGPT

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