Where are custom commands stored?

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

Can custom commands execute shell scripts?

Yes, you can include inline bash execution using backticks and an exclamation mark (e.g., !`git status`) to provide Claude with real-time repository context.

What is the purpose of YAML frontmatter in commands?

Frontmatter allows you to define metadata like descriptions for the /help menu, restrict which tools the command can use, and specify which AI model should handle the request.

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 to capture specific space-separated words from the user's input.

What is a Claude Code slash command?

A slash command is a Markdown file stored in a specific commands directory that Claude executes as a system-level prompt when invoked during an interactive session.

Slash Command Development

Name: Slash Command Development
Author: pur3v4d3r

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Developer Tools

Streamlines the creation, configuration, and organization of custom slash commands to automate repetitive Claude Code workflows.

This skill provides a comprehensive framework for building powerful, reusable slash commands in Claude Code, allowing developers to standardize complex prompts and automate routine tasks. It offers deep guidance on utilizing YAML frontmatter for configuration, capturing dynamic user input via positional arguments, and enriching AI context through inline bash execution and file references. By following these patterns, users can transform Claude Code into a highly customized development environment tailored to specific project requirements and team standards.

Key Features

01Dynamic argument handling using positional ($1, $2) and string-based ($ARGUMENTS) variables

02Hierarchical organization patterns for project-specific and global command management

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04Standardized YAML frontmatter for advanced command configuration and tool gating

05Context-aware execution using inline bash commands and file references (@path)

06Instructional design patterns optimized for AI agent consumption and reliability

Use Cases

01Creating a /test-file command that dynamically executes test runners based on file arguments

02Developing a standardized /security-audit command that runs git diff and scans for vulnerabilities

03Building /generate-docs workflows that automatically reference source files and output consistent documentation

What are Skills?·How to Install

Install with 🐟 Skill.Fish

npx skillfish add pur3v4d3r/pur3-pkb-codebase command-development

For use in Claude.ai and ChatGPT

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