Does Buddy Tunnels require a separate installation?

Yes, this skill utilizes the Buddy CLI (bdy), which must be installed and authenticated on your local machine for the skill to function.

Can I use this to test webhooks locally?

Absolutely. This is a primary use case, allowing services like Stripe or GitHub to send webhooks directly to your local development server.

What happens if I'm using Docker?

The skill provides guidance to ensure your Docker container binds to 0.0.0.0, allowing the tunnel on the host machine to reach the containerized service.

Does the tunnel block my Claude Code execution?

No. The skill is specifically designed to run tunnels in the background, ensuring that Claude can continue performing other tasks while the tunnel remains active.

How does this skill handle security for public URLs?

The skill includes a mandatory requirement to ask users about authentication (Basic Auth or Buddy Auth) before any HTTP tunnel is created.

Buddy Tunnels

Name: Buddy Tunnels
Author: sztwiorok

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Deployment & DevOps

Exposes local development servers and services to the internet through secure, authenticated tunnels for testing and sharing.

Buddy Tunnels is a specialized Claude Code Skill that enables developers to quickly create public URLs for their local environments. Whether you are testing incoming webhooks, sharing a live demo with a client, or accessing a local database remotely, this skill automates the configuration of HTTP, TCP, and TLS tunnels using the Buddy CLI. It prioritizes security and workflow efficiency by enforcing mandatory authentication checks and managing background processes so your AI agent remains responsive while the tunnel is active.

Key Features

01Mandatory authentication prompts for HTTP tunnels to ensure private access

02Customizable named tunnels and regional endpoint selection for lower latency

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04Instantly expose localhost services via secure HTTP, TCP, or TLS protocols

05Automated background execution management to prevent blocking the AI agent

06Docker-compatible configuration guidance for containerized service exposure

Use Cases

01Sharing live development progress with remote stakeholders without deploying to staging

02Testing third-party webhooks locally by providing a temporary public endpoint

03Exposing local databases or SSH services securely through TCP tunneling

What are Skills?·How to Install

Install with 🐟 Skill.Fish

npx skillfish add sztwiorok/buddy-plugin tunnel

For use in Claude.ai and ChatGPT

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