Does this skill require an active internet connection?

No, the s-research skill utilizes the Mechanic CLI to perform offline API searches and data retrieval from locally stored definitions.

Can I search for specific UI textures or icons?

Yes, the skill includes specialized commands to search the Blizzard Atlas for icons and textures using keywords like 'sword' or 'shield'.

Are modern C_ namespaces supported?

Yes, it is designed with namespace awareness, prioritizing modern C_ APIs like C_Timer and C_Spell while maintaining legacy support.

How does this help with Blizzard's official UI code?

The skill provides specific logic and routing to help you audit the local WoW UI source code, allowing you to see how Blizzard implements specific features.

What libraries are supported in the research guidance?

The skill specifically covers common addon patterns for the Ace3 library suite, including AceDB, AceEvent, and AceComm.

WoW Addon Research & API Discovery

Name: WoW Addon Research & API Discovery
Author: Falkicon

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Game Development

Streamlines World of Warcraft addon development by providing offline API discovery, Blizzard UI source patterns, and Ace3 library guidance.

About

The s-research skill empowers World of Warcraft addon developers to quickly navigate the complex ecosystem of Blizzard APIs and UI patterns directly within Claude Code. By leveraging the Mechanic CLI, it enables offline searching of over 5,000 APIs, provides detailed documentation for modern C_ namespaces, and offers expert guidance on implementing Ace3 library patterns. This skill is essential for developers looking to audit Blizzard's local UI source code, search for UI assets like icons and textures, and implement best practices in addon architecture without leaving their terminal.

Key Features

Offline search of 5,000+ WoW APIs using static definitions
Comprehensive icon and atlas asset search by keyword
Expert guidance for Ace3 library implementation (AceDB, AceEvent)
8 GitHub stars
Blizzard UI source code pattern discovery and auditing
Context-aware routing for API namespaces and CLI references

Use Cases

Investigating unfamiliar modern C_ namespace APIs and their requirements
Finding specific UI assets and textures for custom addon interface design
Auditing Blizzard's official UI source code to replicate standard interface patterns

About

Key Features

Offline search of 5,000+ WoW APIs using static definitions
Comprehensive icon and atlas asset search by keyword
Expert guidance for Ace3 library implementation (AceDB, AceEvent)
8 GitHub stars
Blizzard UI source code pattern discovery and auditing
Context-aware routing for API namespaces and CLI references

Use Cases

Investigating unfamiliar modern C_ namespace APIs and their requirements
Finding specific UI assets and textures for custom addon interface design
Auditing Blizzard's official UI source code to replicate standard interface patterns