n8n Skills - Expert Claude Code Skills for n8n Workflows

Open Source MIT License

Expert Claude Code skills for building production-ready n8n workflows

Skills are like System Instructions, but served to Claude only when needed

7 complementary skills covering 525+ nodes, 2,653+ templates, and proven workflow patterns. Master n8n automation with AI assistance.

Works seamlessly with

Claude Code

CLI & Editor

Claude Desktop

Desktop App

Claude.ai

Web Interface

View on GitHub

Expert Skills

Nodes Covered

Templates

Code Patterns

7 Expert Skills

Complementary skills that work together to help you build production-ready n8n workflows

Expression Syntax

Master n8n templating patterns with $json, $node, $now variables and avoid common expression mistakes

MCP Tools Expert

Navigate n8n-mcp tool selection, parameter formats, and validation profiles effectively

Workflow Patterns

Learn 5 proven architectural patterns: webhook, HTTP API, database, AI agent, and scheduled workflows

Validation Expert

Interpret validation errors, understand false positives, and troubleshoot operator structure issues

Node Configuration

Handle property dependencies and operation-specific requirements with expert guidance

Code JavaScript

Implement production-tested JavaScript patterns with $input, $json, and $helpers in Code nodes

Code Python

Work with Python in n8n Code nodes, understanding standard library usage and limitations

Installation Methods

Choose the installation method that works best for you

Prerequisites: Requires Claude Pro plan for Skills access. Works best with n8n-mcp installed.

Claude Code Plugin

Easiest - One command install

1. Run the plugin command in Claude Code:

/plugin install czlonkowski/n8n-skills

2. Go to Add Marketplace and enter the repository address

3. Enable the plugin in Manage Plugins

4. Exit and restart Claude Code

All 7 skills will be automatically available after restart

Advanced: Direct File Copy

For local Claude installations

1. Clone the repository:

git clone https://github.com/czlonkowski/n8n-skills.git

2. Copy skills to Claude directory:

cp -r n8n-skills/dist/* ~/.claude/skills/

Skills will be available immediately in Claude Code

Claude.ai & Claude Desktop

Upload skills one by one

Option A: Clone the repository

git clone https://github.com/czlonkowski/n8n-skills.git

Then navigate to n8n-skills/dist/ folder

Option B: Download individual skills

Visit each skill folder on GitHub and click Download RAW File

Upload to Claude:

• Claude.ai: Settings → Capabilities → Skills → Upload Skill

• Claude Desktop: Settings → Capabilities → Skills → Upload Skill

Upload each of the 7 skills one by one

View dist folder on GitHub

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