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Plugin Dev Kit

Claude Plugins → anthropics/claude-plugins-official/tree/main/plugins/plugin-dev →
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A comprehensive toolkit for developing Claude Code plugins with expert guidance on hooks, MCP integration, plugin structure, and marketplace publishing.

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Installation · plugin marketplace (claude-plugins-official)
$ /plugin install plugin-dev

Anthropic official marketplace plugin

What it does

A comprehensive toolkit for developing Claude Code plugins with expert guidance on hooks, MCP integration, plugin structure, and marketplace publishing.

What you get

7 core skills:

  • hook-development
  • mcp-integration
  • plugin-structure
  • plugin-settings
  • command-development
  • agent-development
  • skill-development

Guided workflow command:

  • /plugin-dev:create-plugin — a comprehensive, end-to-end workflow command for creating plugins from scratch (8-phase process)

Utility scripts:

  • validate-hook-schema.sh
  • test-hook.sh
  • hook-linter.sh

Over 12 complete examples covering hook scripts, MCP configurations, and plugin layouts.

Use cases

  1. Rapidly prototype a custom plugin for your team.
  2. Fork an existing plugin and adapt it to your requirements.
  3. Run integration tests locally before publishing to the marketplace.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Plugin Dev Kit?

An Anthropic official marketplace plugin that supports the full plugin-development workflow — scaffolding, local testing, and publishing — for Claude Code plugins.

Where does it run?

Claude Code.

How do I install it?

In Claude Code, run `/plugin install plugin-dev`.

When should I use it?

For rapidly prototyping team-only plugins, forking an existing plugin to fit your needs, or running local integration tests before publishing to a marketplace.

Is it beginner-friendly?

Difficulty is labeled "advanced". It's best used after you're familiar with plugin structure and APIs.