laravel-plugin-discovery
Discover and evaluate Laravel packages via LaraPlugins.io MCP. Use when the user wants to find plugins, check package health, or assess Laravel/PHP compatibility.
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About laravel-plugin-discovery
The 'laravel-plugin-discovery' skill enables users to efficiently discover, evaluate, and select Laravel packages using the LaraPlugins.io MCP server. It addresses the challenge developers face when trying to identify reliable and compatible packages from the vast PHP ecosystem. By providing structured search and detailed package insights, this skill ensures that users can quickly find packages suited to their project needs while avoiding poorly maintained or incompatible options.
This skill offers two primary capabilities: searching for Laravel packages and retrieving detailed information about specific packages. Users can search packages using keywords, filter by health score, vendor, Laravel version, or PHP compatibility. Once a package is identified, detailed metrics including health score, version history, Laravel/PHP version support, vendor reputation, and package readme content can be obtained. These capabilities help developers make informed decisions about which packages to integrate into their projects, ensuring stability and maintainability.
The skill is particularly useful for Laravel developers looking to implement specific features such as authentication, admin panels, or permission systems. It targets users who need to validate package health, ensure version compatibility, or explore vendor-specific solutions. This skill is ideal for both individual developers and teams aiming to maintain high-quality, up-to-date Laravel projects, helping them reduce risk and streamline the package selection process.
FAQ
How do I search for Laravel packages using this skill?
Use the 'SearchPluginTool' with keywords relevant to the desired feature, and optionally apply filters such as health score, Laravel version, PHP version, or vendor name.
Can I check if a package is compatible with a specific Laravel or PHP version?
Yes, you can use the 'laravel_compatibility' or 'php_compatibility' filters in the search tool, or retrieve detailed package information using the 'GetPluginDetailsTool' to see supported versions.
Do I need an API key to use the LaraPlugins MCP server?
No, the MCP server is free for the Laravel community and does not require an API key.
What information is included when fetching package details?
Package details include health score, last updated date, Laravel/PHP version support, vendor reputation, version history, and a brief description or readme content.
Who should use this skill?
Laravel developers or teams seeking to discover, evaluate, and select packages efficiently, especially when needing to assess health, compatibility, and vendor credibility.
Install laravel-plugin-discovery
Quick Setup:
- Copy the skill folder to
.claude/skills/ - Claude will automatically detect and use the skill
Repository
affaan-m/everything-claude-code