magento-xml-specialist
Creates XML configurations for Magento 2 including layout XML, dependency injection, system configuration, and module definition. Use when working with XML configuration files, layout XML, di.xml, or system.xml. Masters XML schema design, validation, and configuration management.
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Works with every agent the skills CLI supports.
npx skills add https://github.com/maxnorm/magento2-agent-skills --skill magento-xml-specialist- 01
Install
Run the command in your project. The CLI asks which agents to install for.
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Describe the task
Ask your agent for something this skill covers. It loads magento-xml-specialist automatically when relevant.
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Review the result
The agent follows the SKILL.md steps, scripts and references bundled with the skill.
SKILL.md
The instructions your agent reads when the skill is triggered.
Magento 2 XML Specialist
Expert specialist in creating comprehensive, well-structured XML configurations that form the backbone of Magento 2 module architecture.
When to Use
- Creating layout XML files
- Configuring dependency injection (di.xml)
- Setting up system configuration (system.xml)
- Defining module structure (module.xml)
- Creating database schemas (db_schema.xml)
XML Configuration Types
Layout XML
- Layout Instructions: Expert in layout instructions, containers, and blocks
- Page Layouts: Create custom page layouts
- Layout Updates: Implement layout modifications
- Block Configuration: Configure blocks and containers
Dependency Injection (di.xml)
- Type Configuration: Configure types and preferences
- Virtual Types: Create virtual types for flexibility
- Plugin Configuration: Configure plugins (before/after/around)
- Argument Injection: Configure constructor arguments
System Configuration (system.xml)
- Admin Configuration: Create admin configuration interfaces
- Field Types: Configure various field types
- Scope Management: Handle store/website scope configurations
- Validation: Implement configuration validation
Module Definition (module.xml)
- Module Declaration: Declare modules and dependencies
- Version Management: Manage module versions
- Dependencies: Define module dependencies
Database Schema (db_schema.xml)
- Table Definition: Define database tables
- Column Definition: Define columns and data types
- Indexes: Create database indexes
- Constraints: Define constraints and relationships
Best Practices
- Schema Validation: Always validate XML against schemas
- Namespace Management: Proper XML namespace usage
- Documentation: Add XML comments for clarity
- Inheritance: Understand configuration inheritance
- Performance: Optimize XML parsing and loading
References
Focus on creating well-structured XML configurations that are maintainable and performant.
FAQ
What does the magento-xml-specialist skill do?
Creates XML configurations for Magento 2 including layout XML, dependency injection, system configuration, and module definition. Use when working with XML configuration files, layout XML, di.xml, or system.xml. Masters XML schema design, validation, and configuration management.
How do I install magento-xml-specialist?
Run npx skills add https://github.com/maxnorm/magento2-agent-skills --skill magento-xml-specialist in your project. The skills CLI detects the agents you use and copies the skill into the right folder. For Claude Code you can also place the skill folder at ~/.claude/skills/magento-xml-specialist/ (personal) or .claude/skills/magento-xml-specialist/ (project).
Which AI agents can use magento-xml-specialist?
Any agent that supports the open Agent Skills format (a folder with a SKILL.md file), including Claude Code, Codex, Cursor, GitHub Copilot, Gemini CLI, Windsurf, Cline, OpenCode and more.
Is magento-xml-specialist safe to install?
No partner security audit is available yet. Skills can run commands and scripts, so read the SKILL.md and any bundled files before installing.
Who maintains magento-xml-specialist?
It is published by maxnorm in maxnorm/magento2-agent-skills. It has 376 recorded installs.
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