How does this skill activate?

The skill activates automatically when it detects WordPress Abilities API functions like wp_register_ability, mentions of @wordpress/abilities, or queries about ability registration.

Does it support JavaScript development?

Absolutely. It provides guidance on using the @wordpress/abilities package to execute abilities and manage categories from client-side code.

Can it help me with REST API integration?

Yes, it provides specific documentation and code examples for the wp-abilities/v1 REST namespace, including endpoint execution and authentication patterns.

What is the WordPress Abilities API?

It is a standardized framework for registering, discovering, and executing discrete units of functionality in WordPress, featuring built-in REST API support and JavaScript integration.

How do I handle errors using this skill?

The skill includes a dedicated troubleshooting route that fetches documentation for WP_Error handling, validation schemas, and permission denied scenarios.

WordPress Abilities API Guide

Name: WordPress Abilities API Guide
Author: nathanonn

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Content Management

Streamlines WordPress plugin development by providing intelligent documentation and implementation patterns for the WordPress Abilities API.

About

The WordPress Abilities API Guide is a specialized documentation system designed to help developers implement the WordPress Abilities framework with ease. It provides instant, context-aware access to implementation guides, API references, and code patterns for registering, discovering, and executing discrete units of functionality. Whether you're configuring REST API exposure, setting up JavaScript client integrations, or defining complex permission schemas, this skill ensures you have the correct documentation and boilerplate code directly within your Claude Code environment.

Key Features

Context-aware documentation routing for implementation and reference queries
Intelligent multi-page fetching for complex integration workflows
Comprehensive guides for REST API integration and schema validation
Automatic generation of PHP registration and JavaScript execution snippets
Troubleshooting support for permission callbacks and validation errors
1 GitHub stars

Use Cases

Exposing server-side WordPress logic to modern JavaScript frontends via @wordpress/abilities
Registering and organizing custom plugin features into a standardized API
Creating discoverable tools for AI assistants through MCP-compatible ability registration

About

Key Features

Context-aware documentation routing for implementation and reference queries
Intelligent multi-page fetching for complex integration workflows
Comprehensive guides for REST API integration and schema validation
Automatic generation of PHP registration and JavaScript execution snippets
Troubleshooting support for permission callbacks and validation errors
1 GitHub stars

Use Cases

Exposing server-side WordPress logic to modern JavaScript frontends via @wordpress/abilities
Registering and organizing custom plugin features into a standardized API
Creating discoverable tools for AI assistants through MCP-compatible ability registration