Quick Start • Support • Features • Docs • Contributing
| Plugins | Agents | Modes | MCP Servers |
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| 3 | 16 | 7 | 8 |
| Plugin Commands | Specialized AI | Behavioral | Integrations |
Three core plugins: PM Agent (orchestration), Research (web search), Index (context optimization).
SuperClaude is a meta-programming configuration framework that transforms Claude Code into a structured development platform through behavioral instruction injection and component orchestration. It provides systematic workflow automation with powerful tools and intelligent agents.
This project is not affiliated with or endorsed by Anthropic. Claude Code is a product built and maintained by Anthropic.
Essential documentation for working with SuperClaude Framework:
| Document | Purpose | When to Read |
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| PLANNING.md | Architecture, design principles, absolute rules | Session start, before implementation |
| TASK.md | Current tasks, priorities, backlog | Daily, before starting work |
| KNOWLEDGE.md | Accumulated insights, best practices, troubleshooting | When encountering issues, learning patterns |
| CONTRIBUTING.md | Contribution guidelines, workflow | Before submitting PRs |
💡 Pro Tip: Claude Code reads these files at session start to ensure consistent, high-quality development aligned with project standards.
SuperClaude v2.0+ uses TypeScript plugins with project-local auto-detection:
# Clone repository
git clone https://github.com/SuperClaude-Org/SuperClaude_Framework.git
cd SuperClaude_Framework
# Start Claude Code in this directory
claudeThat's it! .claude-plugin/ is auto-detected and PM Agent activates on session start.
Key Features:
- ✅ Zero Install: No copying, no configuration
- ✅ Hot Reload: Edit TypeScript → Save → Instant reflection
- ✅ Auto-Activation: PM Agent starts automatically (SessionStart hook)
- ✅ Safe Development: Separate sandbox from global Claude Code
For 2-3x faster execution and 30-50% fewer tokens, optionally install MCP servers:
# Recommended MCP servers (via airis-mcp-gateway):
# - Mindbase: Cross-session memory (automatic)
# - Serena: Session persistence (2-3x faster)
# - Sequential: Token-efficient reasoning (30-50% fewer tokens)
# - Tavily: Web search for Deep Research
# - Context7: Official documentation lookup
# Install via: https://github.com/airis-mcp-gatewayPerformance Comparison:
- Without MCPs: Fully functional, standard performance ✅
- With MCPs: 2-3x faster, 30-50% fewer tokens ⚡
⚠️ IMPORTANT: Upgrading from SuperClaude V1.x (Slash Commands)
V2.0 introduces breaking changes - migration from slash commands to TypeScript plugins:
# 1. Remove old slash commands (if installed)
rm -rf ~/.claude/commands/sc/
# 2. Use new plugin (project-local)
cd SuperClaude_Framework
claude # .claude-plugin/ auto-detectedWhat's New in V2.0:
- ✅ TypeScript plugins (hot reload support)
- ✅ Project-local detection (zero install)
- ✅ Auto-activation via SessionStart hook
- ✅ 3 core plugins: PM Agent, Research, Index
- ✅ Confidence-driven workflow (≥90% threshold, Precision/Recall 1.0)
Migration Notes:
- Old:
/sc:pm,/sc:research,/sc:index-repo(27 commands) - New:
/pm,/research,/index-repo(3 plugin commands) - Installation: Global
~/.claude/commands/→ Project-local.claude-plugin/ - Just
cdto project directory and runclaude
💡 Troubleshooting
Plugin not loading?
# Verify you're in the project directory
pwd # Should show: /path/to/SuperClaude_Framework
# Check .claude-plugin/ exists
ls .claude-plugin/plugin.json
# Restart Claude Code in this directory
claudeCommands not working (/pm, /research, /index-repo)?
- Ensure you started
claudefrom the SuperClaude_Framework directory - Check for errors in Claude Code output
- Verify
.claude-plugin/plugin.jsonhas correct structure
Hot reload not working?
- Edit
.claude-plugin/pm/index.ts - Save file
- Changes should reflect immediately (no restart needed)
Development mode (for contributors):
# Install Python package for testing
make install
make verify
uv run pytestHey, let's be real - maintaining SuperClaude takes time and resources.
The Claude Max subscription alone runs $100/month for testing, and that's before counting the hours spent on documentation, bug fixes, and feature development. If you're finding value in SuperClaude for your daily work, consider supporting the project. Even a few dollars helps cover the basics and keeps development active.
Every contributor matters, whether through code, feedback, or support. Thanks for being part of this community! 🙏
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One-time contributions |
Monthly support |
Flexible tiers |
| Item | Cost/Impact |
|---|---|
| 🔬 Claude Max Testing | $100/month for validation & testing |
| ⚡ Feature Development | New capabilities & improvements |
| 📚 Documentation | Comprehensive guides & examples |
| 🤝 Community Support | Quick issue responses & help |
| 🔧 MCP Integration | Testing new server connections |
| 🌐 Infrastructure | Hosting & deployment costs |
Note: No pressure though - the framework stays open source regardless. Just knowing people use and appreciate it is motivating. Contributing code, documentation, or spreading the word helps too! 🙏
Version 2.0 brings architectural transformation: migration from 27 slash commands to 3 TypeScript plugins with hot reload and auto-activation.
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16 specialized agents with domain expertise:
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3 core plugins with hot reload:
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8 powerful servers (via airis-mcp-gateway):
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7 adaptive modes for different contexts:
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Smaller framework, bigger projects:
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Complete rewrite for developers:
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SuperClaude v4.2 introduces comprehensive Deep Research capabilities, enabling autonomous, adaptive, and intelligent web research.
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Three intelligent strategies:
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Up to 5 iterative searches:
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Confidence-based validation:
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Cross-session intelligence:
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# Basic research with automatic depth
/research "latest AI developments 2024"
# Controlled research depth (via options in TypeScript)
/research "quantum computing breakthroughs" # depth: exhaustive
# Specific strategy selection
/research "market analysis" # strategy: planning-only
# Domain-filtered research (Tavily MCP integration)
/research "React patterns" # domains: reactjs.org,github.com| Depth | Sources | Hops | Time | Best For |
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| Quick | 5-10 | 1 | ~2min | Quick facts, simple queries |
| Standard | 10-20 | 3 | ~5min | General research (default) |
| Deep | 20-40 | 4 | ~8min | Comprehensive analysis |
| Exhaustive | 40+ | 5 | ~10min | Academic-level research |
The Deep Research system intelligently coordinates multiple tools:
- Tavily MCP: Primary web search and discovery
- Playwright MCP: Complex content extraction
- Sequential MCP: Multi-step reasoning and synthesis
- Serena MCP: Memory and learning persistence
- Context7 MCP: Technical documentation lookup
| 🚀 Getting Started | 📖 User Guides | 🛠️ Developer Resources | 📋 Reference |
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- 📓 [**Examples Cookbook**](docs/reference/examples-cookbook.md)
*Real-world recipes*
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We welcome contributions of all kinds! Here's how you can help:
| Priority | Area | Description |
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| 📝 High | Documentation | Improve guides, add examples, fix typos |
| 🔧 High | MCP Integration | Add server configs, test integrations |
| 🎯 Medium | Workflows | Create command patterns & recipes |
| 🧪 Medium | Testing | Add tests, validate features |
| 🌐 Low | i18n | Translate docs to other languages |
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