Which package managers does this skill support?

The skill supports npm, pnpm, and yarn for installing the @linear/sdk package.

How does the skill verify the connection?

It executes a TypeScript/JavaScript snippet that initializes the LinearClient and queries the 'viewer' object to confirm identity.

Does it support .env files?

Yes, it can automatically append the LINEAR_API_KEY to your local .env file for persistent configuration.

Can I use this for OAuth authentication?

Yes, while the primary workflow focuses on Personal API keys, it also provides implementation patterns for configuring OAuth access tokens.

Where do I find my Linear API key?

You can generate a Personal API key in your Linear account under Settings > API > Personal API keys.

Linear Install & Authentication

Name: Linear Install & Authentication
Author: jeremylongshore

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Automates the installation of the Linear SDK and configures secure API authentication credentials for project integrations.

This skill streamlines the initial setup process for Linear integrations by handling SDK installation via various package managers (npm, pnpm, yarn), managing environment variables for API keys, and providing verification scripts to ensure successful connectivity. It is essential for developers building custom Linear automations, bots, or dashboard integrations who need a secure, standardized, and error-resilient authentication workflow.

Key Features

011,538 GitHub stars

02Comprehensive error handling for authentication failures

03Connection verification and status reporting

04Secure environment variable configuration for API keys

05Automated SDK installation via npm, pnpm, or yarn

06Support for both Personal API keys and OAuth tokens

Use Cases

01Initializing a new Linear API integration project

02Setting up authentication for user-facing applications using OAuth

03Configuring local development environments with Linear credentials

What are Skills?·How to Install

Install with 🐟 Skill.Fish

npx skillfish add jeremylongshore/claude-code-plugins-plus-skills linear-install-auth

For use in Claude.ai and ChatGPT

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