template-skill

Create new AI Skills from a template with SKILL.md structure.

Updated Aug 20, 2025
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/robertlupo1997/open-vocabulary-object-detection --skill template-skill-robertlupo1997
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: template-skill
Source: https://github.com/robertlupo1997/open-vocabulary-object-detection/tree/main/.claude/skills/template-skill
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/robertlupo1997/open-vocabulary-object-detection --skill template-skill-robertlupo1997

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill provides a standardized blueprint to define new AI Skills from a reusable template, ensuring consistent metadata and structure across skills.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Standardized metadata: ensures every skill exposes a name, description, and optional components.
  • Guided scaffolding: provides a ready-to-fill SKILL.md frontmatter and a pragmatic body for activation instructions.
  • Rapid creation: enables quick replication of skill templates to expand capabilities with predictable results.

Quick Start

Copy the template-skill folder, fill in the front matter with a descriptive name and description, and add any optional assets as needed.

Frequently Asked Questions about template-skill

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I create reusable AI skills from templates?▼

To create AI skills from templates, copy the template-skill folder and fill in the SKILL.md YAML frontmatter with a descriptive name and description. This standardized scaffolding ensures consistent metadata and structure across new capabilities.

What is YAML frontmatter and why is it needed for skill scaffolding?▼

YAML frontmatter is required metadata at the skill root in SKILL.md that exposes a name and description. It provides standardized metadata for activation, ensuring every skill has consistent structural definitions before adding optional components.

How do I add scripts and references when defining a new AI skill?▼

To add scripts and references when defining an AI skill, create optional subdirectories like scripts/, references/, and assets/ within the skill root. These expand the template's base SKILL.md with functional assets as needed.

Can I use this skill template for new capabilities across different domains?▼

Yes, you can use this skill template for new capabilities across different domains. It provides a standardized blueprint that applies to skill creation workflows regardless of domain, ensuring predictable results through rapid template replication.

What is the best way to standardize metadata for multiple AI skills?▼

The best way to standardize metadata for multiple AI skills is using a reusable template with guided scaffolding. It provides a ready-to-fill SKILL.md frontmatter, ensuring every skill exposes a consistent name, description, and optional components.