dev-setup-skill

Create consistent dev-* concept skills using a SKILL.md template.

Updated Jun 17, 2025
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/nikbrunner/dots --skill dev-setup-skill
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: dev-setup-skill
Source: https://github.com/nikbrunner/dots/tree/main/common/.agents/skills/dev-setup-skill
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/nikbrunner/dots --skill dev-setup-skill

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This skill provides a structured template and a checklist for creating new dev-* concept skills, reducing ambiguity and ensuring consistency across skill development.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Ready-to-use SKILL.md template with frontmatter conventions (name, description, user-invocable flag) and a canonical structure.
  • Supporting guidance to split large topics into smaller, maintainable files (template.md, topic-specific docs).
  • A standardized cross-reference and naming scheme to keep dev-topic skills organized and discoverable.

Quick Start

Clone this template and replace the placeholders to create a new dev-* skill.

Frequently Asked Questions about dev-setup-skill

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I create a consistent SKILL.md template for new dev topics?▼

To create a consistent SKILL.md template for new dev topics, you can use a reusable template that enforces standardized frontmatter, naming, and canonical structure across all skill development files.

What is the best way to structure frontmatter for skill creation?▼

The best way to structure frontmatter for skill creation is to enforce required name and description fields, while utilizing a standardized checklist to reduce ambiguity and maintain consistency across files.

How do I split large dev topics into maintainable documentation files?▼

You can split large dev topics into maintainable documentation files by using supporting guidelines that help divide content into a template.md and topic-specific docs with a standardized cross-reference scheme.

Can I include optional directories for scripts and assets when bootstrapping new skills?▼

Yes, you can include optional accompanying directories for scripts, references, and assets when bootstrapping new skills to keep dev-topic concepts organized and easily discoverable.

Why do I need a checklist for bootstrapping new dev-* concept skills?▼

You need a checklist for bootstrapping new dev-* concept skills because it reduces ambiguity, enforces frontmatter requirements, and ensures structural consistency across all newly created topic files.

Does this skill creation template work without external dependencies?▼

Yes, this skill creation template works without external dependencies, allowing you to clone the template directly and replace placeholders to immediately bootstrap a new dev-* skill.