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SuperClaude

Advanced Development Framework for Claude Code with 19 Specialized Commands & 9 Cognitive Personas

Open Source
5.7K GitHub Stars

What is SuperClaude?

Key Points about SuperClaude

Configuration Framework

SuperClaude enhances Claude Code with specialized commands and features

GitHub Integration

Improves workflows with commit messages, changelogs, and code reviews

Lightweight & Local

Runs locally with cognitive personas for tailored AI assistance

SuperClaude is a lightweight, drop-in configuration framework that transforms Claude Code from a generic AI assistant into a specialized, context-aware development partner. It applies software engineering principles without requiring additional code or external tools.

19 Specialized SuperClaude Commands

Complete development lifecycle coverage

9 Cognitive Personas for SuperClaude

Architect, Frontend, Backend, Security, and more

100% Local Operation

No third-party servers or data collection

What Does SuperClaude Do?

GitHub Workflow Enhancement

  • Generates meaningful commit messages with context support
  • Creates smart changelogs from git history
  • Performs comprehensive code reviews
  • Automates documentation generation

Advanced AI Features

  • Git-based checkpoints & session history
  • 70% token optimization for larger projects
  • Evidence-based decision making
  • Smart model routing for optimal performance

Features of SuperClaude

Powerful capabilities that make SuperClaude the ultimate Claude Code enhancement

19

SuperClaude Commands

Complete development lifecycle with /build, /test, /review, /deploy, /design commands

Development Commands
Analysis & Review
Operations & Security
9

Cognitive Personas

SuperClaude personas like --persona-architect, --persona-security for specialized thinking

Architect Persona
Security Expert
QA Specialist
70%

Token Optimization

SuperClaude reduces token usage by 70% for efficient large project handling

Smart Compression
Faster Processing
Cost Efficient

Development Workflow Enhancements

Git-based Checkpoints

Navigate back to any point in workflow, no context loss

AI-Powered Commits

Meaningful commit messages with context support

Smart Documentation

Auto-generated docs with 70% token reduction

Code Reviews

Security, performance, and best practices analysis

Cognitive & Analytical Capabilities

9 Cognitive Personas

Architect, Frontend, Backend, Security specialists

Evidence-Based Decisions

Proof-based decisions, avoiding vague claims

Smart Model Routing

Picks right Claude variant for specific tasks

MCP Integration

Context7, Sequential, Magic, Puppeteer tools

How to Use SuperClaude

1

Install SuperClaude

git clone https://github.com/NomenAK/SuperClaude.git
cd SuperClaude
./install.sh

Clone the SuperClaude repository and run the installer. Zero dependencies required!

2

Use SuperClaude Commands

/build --react --magic --tdd
/analyze --code --persona-architect
/scan --security --persona-security

Execute SuperClaude slash commands with flags and personas in Claude Code

3

Apply SuperClaude Personas

Add persona flags to any SuperClaude command for specialized AI behavior:

--persona-architect

System design focus

--persona-security

Security-first approach

Comprehensive SuperClaude Overview

Detailed SuperClaude Feature Table

Category Feature Description
Workflow Git Checkpoints Navigate back to any point, no context loss, Git-integrated
Documentation Token-Optimized Docs 70% token reduction, saves in /docs and /.claudedocs
AI Assistance Cognitive Personas 9 personas (architect, frontend, backend), switchable manually/automatic
Decision-Making Evidence-Based Proof-based decisions, no vague claims
Integration MCP Compatibility Works with Context7, Sequential, Magic, Puppeteer
GitHub Workflow AI Commits & Reviews Meaningful commits, smart changelogs, comprehensive code reviews
Installation Zero-Friction Setup git clone and ./install.sh, installs to ~/.claude/, auto-backup
Operation Local, No Servers Runs 100% locally, no data collection, open source

GitHub Repository

Official SuperClaude source code and documentation

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Official Website

Complete SuperClaude documentation and guides

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Community Discussion

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Frequently Asked Questions about SuperClaude

What is SuperClaude and how does it work?

SuperClaude is a lightweight, drop-in configuration framework that transforms Claude Code from a generic AI assistant into a specialized, context-aware development partner. It applies software engineering principles through template-driven architecture, installs to ~/.claude/, and works with various MCPs (Multi-Context Processors).

How does SuperClaude improve GitHub workflows?

SuperClaude generates meaningful commit messages with context support, creates smart changelogs from git history, performs comprehensive code reviews covering security and performance, and automates documentation generation. It integrates seamlessly with GitHub workflows while running 100% locally.

What is the 70% token optimization in SuperClaude?

SuperClaude includes a 70% token-reduction pipeline that manages larger, complex projects efficiently. This optimization saves costs and improves performance by compressing documentation and responses while maintaining quality, making it suitable for resource-constrained environments.

How do SuperClaude Git checkpoints work?

SuperClaude allows developers to navigate back to any point in their workflow using a Git-integrated checkpoint system, ensuring no context loss. This feature maintains project history and enables safe experimentation with code changes, making debugging and rollbacks seamless.

Is SuperClaude open source?

Yes! SuperClaude is released under the MIT License and maintained by the NomenAK community. It has 5.7K stars on GitHub and welcomes contributions.

Which platforms does SuperClaude support?

SuperClaude supports Linux, macOS, and Windows Subsystem for Linux (WSL). The installer automatically detects your platform and configures accordingly.

How does SuperClaude ensure code quality?

SuperClaude enforces evidence-based methodology through RULES.md, requiring AI to back up claims with proof and look up official documentation before making suggestions. It includes smart model routing to pick the right Claude variant for specific tasks, ensuring optimal performance and reliability.

What MCP tools does SuperClaude support?

SuperClaude integrates with Context7 for documentation lookup, Sequential for multi-step reasoning, Magic for UI component generation, and Puppeteer for browser automation/testing. It includes intelligent tool integration for Auto Documentation Lookup, Complex Analysis, UI Generation (React), and Browser Testing.

What is the SuperClaude installation process?

Installation is zero-friction: git clone https://github.com/NomenAK/SuperClaude.git && cd SuperClaude && ./install.sh. The installer includes auto-backup for safety, supports --dir for custom directory, --update for existing installs, and --dry-run for preview. It automatically detects your platform (Linux, macOS, WSL).

How does SuperClaude handle privacy and security?

SuperClaude runs 100% locally with no third-party servers or data collection, emphasizing privacy and open-source principles. It's free, MIT-licensed, and community-driven with active contribution guides. All processing happens on your machine, ensuring complete data privacy.