run-nx-generator

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Run Nx generators with prioritization for workspace-plugin generators. Use this when generating code, scaffolding new features, or automating repetitive tasks in the monorepo.

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Run Nx Generator

This skill helps you execute Nx generators efficiently, with special focus on workspace-plugin generators from your internal tooling.

Generator Priority List

Use the 
mcp__nx-mcp__nx_generator_schema
tool to get more information about how to use the generator
Choose which generators to run in this priority order:

🔥 Workspace-Plugin Generators (High Priority)

These are your custom internal tools in 
tools/workspace-plugin/

📦 Core Nx Generators (Standard)

Only use these if workspace-plugin generators don't fit:
  • nx generate @nx/devkit:...
    - DevKit utilities
  • nx generate @nx/node:...
    - Node.js libraries
  • nx generate @nx/react:...
    - React components and apps
  • Framework-specific generators

How to Run Generators

  1. List available generators:
  2. Get generator schema (to see available options): Use the 
    mcp__nx-mcp__nx_generator_schema
    tool to get more information about how to use the generator
  3. Run the generator:
    bash
    nx generate [generator-path] [options]
  4. Verify the changes:
    • Review generated files
    • Run tests: 
      nx affected -t test
    • Format code: 
      npx prettier --write [files]

Best Practices

  • ✅ Always check workspace-plugin first - it has your custom solutions
  • ✅ Use 
    --dry-run
    flag to preview changes before applying
  • ✅ Format generated code immediately with Prettier
  • ✅ Test affected projects after generation
  • ✅ Commit generator changes separately from manual edits

Examples

Bumping Maven Version

When updating the Maven plugin version, use the workspace-plugin generator:
bash
nx generate @nx/workspace-plugin:bump-maven-version \
  --newVersion 0.0.10 \
  --nxVersion 22.1.0-beta.7
This automates all the version bumping instead of manual file edits.

Creating a New Plugin

For creating a new create-nodes plugin:
bash
nx generate @nx/workspace-plugin:create-nodes-plugin \
  --name my-custom-plugin

When to Use This Skill

Use this skill when you need to:
  • Generate new code or projects
  • Scaffold new features or libraries
  • Automate repetitive setup tasks
  • Update internal tools and configurations
  • Create migrations or version updates