skill-authoring

Guide Claude Code skill creation with the RED-GREEN-REFACTOR cycle.

6|1|Updated Jan 21, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/Ven0m0/claude-config --skill skill-authoring-ven0m0
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Skill: skill-authoring
Source: https://github.com/Ven0m0/claude-config/tree/main/plugins/skill-authoring
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/Ven0m0/claude-config --skill skill-authoring-ven0m0

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill requires PyYAML, and includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill provides a comprehensive guide to authoring effective Claude Code skills, ensuring they are robust, compliant, and discoverable by leveraging Test-Driven Development (TDD) and persuasion principles.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • TDD Methodology: Guides users through the RED-GREEN-REFACTOR cycle for skill development.
  • Persuasion Principles: Incorporates research-backed techniques to improve Claude's adherence to skill requirements.
  • Anti-Rationalization: Provides patterns to prevent Claude from bypassing skill instructions.
  • Use Case: When creating a new Claude skill, follow this guide to ensure it's well-tested, clearly described, and resistant to common failure modes before deployment.

Quick Start

Use the skill-authoring skill to learn the RED-GREEN-REFACTOR cycle for writing new Claude skills.

Frequently Asked Questions about skill-authoring

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I use TDD to create robust Claude Code skills?▼

To create robust Claude Code skills, use the RED-GREEN-REFACTOR cycle to enforce the Iron Law: no skill development without a failing test first, ensuring compliance and reliability before deployment.

What is the best way to prevent Claude from bypassing skill instructions?▼

The best way to prevent Claude from bypassing skill instructions is applying anti-rationalization patterns during skill authoring, which stops the AI from bypassing requirements and improves overall adherence.

How do I optimize Claude skill descriptions for discoverability?▼

Optimize Claude skill descriptions for discoverability by incorporating persuasion principles and research-backed techniques during the authoring process to ensure your prompt engineering efforts are clearly structured.

Do I need PyYAML to develop skills using test-driven development?▼

Yes, you need PyYAML installed in your environment to develop skills using test-driven development, as it is a required dependency for parsing and validating the skill configurations during the RED-GREEN-REFACTOR cycle.

When should I use prompt engineering best practices for Claude skills?▼

You should use prompt engineering best practices for Claude skills when creating new skills, improving existing ones, or ensuring compliance with anti-rationalization techniques to achieve robust deployment.