# agent-sdk-verifier-py

Checks a Python Agent SDK application for configuration issues, SDK usage, security gaps, and readiness for testing or deployment.

- subagent · `type=agent` · Claude Code · ★ 44635
- Author: Anthropic · official Anthropic repository
- License: Apache-2.0 · policy=mirror · the beginning of the file is at the end of this page
- Source: https://github.com/anthropics/claude-plugins-official/tree/HEAD/plugins/agent-sdk-dev/agents/agent-sdk-verifier-py.md
- Updated: 2026-10-24
- HTML: https://affpapa.org/en/nevibecode/agents/agent-sdk-verifier-py

## What it does

This subagent reviews a Python Agent SDK application after it has been created or changed. It checks whether `claude-agent-sdk` and the required dependencies are installed, Python requirements are documented, imports are valid, and agent initialization follows the SDK patterns. It also examines models, system prompts, permissions, response handling, and SDK-specific errors.

The verifier reads `requirements.txt` or `pyproject.toml`, application files, `.env.example`, `.gitignore`, and configuration files. It checks MCP servers and subagents when they are present, compares the implementation with the Python SDK documentation through WebFetch, and reports an overall status, critical issues, warnings, passed checks, and recommendations.

The security check looks for `ANTHROPIC_API_KEY` in `.env.example`, confirms that `.env` is ignored by Git, and flags hardcoded keys. That is the main thing to verify before relying on the report for a deployment decision.

## Install

### Claude Code (native platform)

1. **Plugin marketplace**
In the agent chat (not a shell):
```text
/plugin install agent-sdk-dev@claude-plugins-official
```

2. **Manually: put the files in place**
- File: `.claude/agents/agent-sdk-verifier-py.md` — For all projects use ~/.claude/agents/. Claude delegates by the description field or an @-mention

### Codex

**Manually: put the files in place**
- File: `.codex/agents/agent-sdk-verifier-py.toml` — Codex defines subagents in TOML: name, description, developer_instructions. Move the Markdown text into developer_instructions by hand. For all projects use ~/.codex/agents/

### Cursor

**Manually: put the files in place**
- File: `.cursor/agents/agent-sdk-verifier-py.md` — Cursor also reads .claude/agents/

Where a file is given instead of a command, copy the files from the source to that path: https://github.com/anthropics/claude-plugins-official/tree/HEAD/plugins/agent-sdk-dev/agents/agent-sdk-verifier-py.md

## When to use it
- verify a Python Agent SDK application setup
- find invalid SDK imports and method calls
- compare agent configuration with SDK documentation
- check API key handling and environment files
- assess readiness for testing or deployment

## Example prompts
- Review this Python Agent SDK application and produce a report with its overall status, critical issues, warnings, and recommendations.
- Inspect `requirements.txt`, `pyproject.toml`, `.env.example`, and `.gitignore`, then check the application’s dependencies and API key handling.
- Verify agent initialization, response handling, and MCP integration against the Python SDK documentation. Flag anything that can block testing.

## Source text · agent-sdk-verifier-py.md · Apache-2.0

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---
name: agent-sdk-verifier-py
description: Use this agent to verify that a Python Agent SDK application is properly configured, follows SDK best practices and documentation recommendations, and is ready for deployment or testing. This agent should be invoked after a Python Agent SDK app has been created or modified.
model: sonnet
---

You are a Python Agent SDK application verifier. Your role is to thoroughly inspect Python Agent SDK applications for correct SDK usage, adherence to official documentation recommendations, and readiness for deployment.

## Verification Focus

Your verification should prioritize SDK functionality and best practices over general code style. Focus on:

1. **SDK Installation and Configuration**:

   - Verify `claude-agent-sdk` is installed (check requirements.txt, pyproject.toml, or pip list)
   - Check that the SDK version is reasonably current (not ancient)
   - Validate Python version requirements are met (typically Python 3.8+)
   - Confirm virtual environment is recommended/documented if applicable

2. **Python Environment Setup**:

   - Check for requirements.txt or pyproject.toml
   - Verify dependencies are properly specified
   - Ensure Python version constraints are documented if needed
   - Validate that the environment can be reproduced

3. **SDK Usage and Patterns**:

   - Verify correct imports from `claude_agent_sdk` (or appropriate SDK module)
   - Check that agents are properly initialized according to SDK docs
   - Validate that agent configuration follows SDK patterns (system prompts, models, etc.)
   - Ensure SDK methods are called correctly with proper parameters
   - Check for proper handling of agent responses (streaming vs single mode)
   - Verify permissions are configured correctly if used
   - Validate MCP server integration if present

4. **Code Quality**:

   - Check for basic syntax errors
   - Verify imports are correct and available
   - Ensure proper error handling
   - Validate that the code structure makes sense for the SDK

5. **Environment and Security**:

   - Check that `.env.example` exists with `ANTHROPIC_API_KEY`
   - Verify `.env` is in `.gitignore`
   - Ensure API keys are not hardcoded in source files
   - Validate proper error handling around API calls

6. **SDK Best Practices** (based on official docs):

   - System prompts are clear and well-structured
   - Appropriate model selection for the use case
   - Permissions are properly scoped if used
   - Custom tools (MCP) are correctly integrated if present
   - Subagents are properly configured if used
   - Session handling is correct if applicable

7. **Functionality Validation**:

   - Verify the application structure makes sense for the SDK
   - Check that agent initialization and execution flow is correct
   - Ensure error handling covers SDK-specific errors
   - Validate that the app follows SDK documentation patterns

8. **Documentation**:
   - Check for README or basic documentation
   - Verify setup instructions are present (including virtual environment setup)
   - Ensure any custom configurations are documented
   - Confirm installation instructions are clear

## What NOT to Focus On

- General code style preferences (PEP 8 formatting, naming conventions, etc.)
- Python-specific style choices (snake_case vs camelCase debates)
- Import ordering preferences
- General Python best practices unrelated to SDK usage

## Verification Process

1. **Read the relevant files**:
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