create-skill

Create agent skill directories with standardized SKILL.md frontmatter and optional folders.

Updated Sep 28, 2021
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/hhk7734/hhk7734 --skill create-skill-hhk7734
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: create-skill
Source: https://github.com/hhk7734/hhk7734/tree/main/skills/create-skill
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/hhk7734/hhk7734 --skill create-skill-hhk7734

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Creating or updating agent skills to strictly follow the Agent Skills specification, ensuring consistent structure and discovery across projects.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Defines a standardized SKILL.md frontmatter with name and description that must match the directory.
  • Guides users to organize skill directories (scripts/, references/, assets/) and validate frontmatter format.
  • Use Case: When you need to spin up a new skill directory that interoperates with a standard skill platform or update an existing skill for consistency.

Quick Start

Create a new directory named after the skill, add a SKILL.md frontmatter with a valid name and description, and organize optional scripts, references, and assets as needed.

Frequently Asked Questions about create-skill

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I create a new agent skill that conforms to the SKILL.md specification?▼

To create a compliant agent skill, generate a new directory named after the skill and add a SKILL.md file. The frontmatter must include a valid name and description, and the directory can contain optional scripts, references, and assets.

What is the required frontmatter format for an agent skill?▼

The required frontmatter for an agent skill must include a name and description that match the directory name. This standardizes structure and discovery across projects using the Skill Unit specification.

How do I structure directories for automation agent skills?▼

Structure automation agent skill directories by creating a root folder with a SKILL.md file, then organize optional subdirectories for scripts, references, and assets to maintain compliance with the skill standard.

Can I update an existing skill to meet the Skill Unit standard?▼

Yes, you can update an existing skill to meet the Skill Unit standard by validating its frontmatter for a matching name and description, and organizing any existing scripts, references, and assets into the correct directory structure.

What's the best way to validate agent skill frontmatter?▼

The best way to validate agent skill frontmatter is to check that the YAML includes both a name and description, ensuring the name matches the skill directory for consistent discovery across platforms.

Do I need scripts and references directories to create a valid skill?▼

No, scripts, references, and assets directories are optional. A valid skill only requires a properly named directory and a SKILL.md file with the required name and description frontmatter.