Slack Bot Builder
Build custom Slack bots effortlessly with this tool, streamlining workflows and automating tasks within your team's communication hub.
Install on your platform
We auto-selected Claude Code based on this skill’s supported platforms.
Run in terminal (recommended)
claude mcp add slack-bot-builder npx -- -y @trustedskills/slack-bot-builder
Or manually add to ~/.claude/settings.json
{
"mcpServers": {
"slack-bot-builder": {
"command": "npx",
"args": [
"-y",
"@trustedskills/slack-bot-builder"
]
}
}
}Requires Claude Code (claude CLI). Run claude --version to verify your install.
About This Skill
What it does
The slack-bot-builder skill enables users to create, configure, and deploy custom bots for Slack. It provides tools for defining bot behavior, integrating with APIs, and managing interactions within Slack channels.
When to use it
- Automate repetitive tasks in a Slack workspace, such as scheduling meetings or sending reminders.
- Build bots that respond to specific commands or events, like fetching data from external services.
- Create interactive bots for team onboarding or internal knowledge sharing.
Key capabilities
- Bot creation and configuration
- Integration with external APIs
- Command-based interaction support
- Deployment within Slack channels
Example prompts
- "Create a bot that sends daily standup reminders to the #general channel."
- "Set up a bot to fetch weather data when users type /weather [city]."
- "Deploy a bot that responds to new messages with a welcome message for new team members."
Tips & gotchas
- Ensure you have access to Slack API credentials and proper workspace permissions.
- Test bots in a development channel before deploying them widely to avoid disruptions.
Tags
TrustedSkills Verification
Unlike other registries that point to live repositories, TrustedSkills pins every skill to a verified commit hash. This protects you from malicious updates — what you install today is exactly what was reviewed and verified.
Security Audits
| Gen Agent Trust Hub | Pass |
| Socket | Pass |
| Snyk | Pass |
🌐 Community
Passed automated security scans.