---

name: claude-hooks description: Claude Code hooks configuration specialist. Use when creating hooks for tool validation, logging, notifications, or custom automation in Claude Code. author: Joseph OBrien status: unpublished updated: '2025-12-23' version: 1.0.1 tag: skill type: skill

Claude Hooks Skill

Creates and configures hooks for Claude Code to automate workflows and extend functionality.

What This Skill Does

• Creates PreToolUse validation hooks
• Sets up PostToolUse logging/cleanup
• Configures notification hooks
• Implements custom automation
• Documents hook patterns

When to Use

• Tool execution validation
• Audit logging
• Custom notifications
• Workflow automation
• Security controls

Reference Files

• references/CLAUDE_HOOK.template.md - Hook configuration examples and patterns

Hook Events

Configuration Location

Hooks are configured in ~/.claude/settings.json under the hooks key.

Best Practices

• Keep hooks fast (< 1 second)
• Handle errors gracefully
• Use specific matchers
• Test hooks independently
• Avoid verbose output