add-a-new-skill

Create step-by-step skill guides with YAML frontmatter and Markdown.

2|Updated Apr 9, 2025
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/PP-Namias/Portfolio --skill add-a-new-skill
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: add-a-new-skill
Source: https://github.com/PP-Namias/Portfolio/tree/main/.agents/skills/add-a-new-skill
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/PP-Namias/Portfolio --skill add-a-new-skill

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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

What problem does it solve?

This Skill streamlines the process of creating new step-by-step guides for the studio's in-app Skills tool and its .agents mirror.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Guide Creation: Author new MD files that define step-by-step recipes for in-app skills.
  • Recipe Mirroring: Mirror recipes in the .agents mirror for the dev assistant to suggest top recipes.
  • Use Case: When a user needs to add a new recipe for a workflow to the studio's in-app Skills tool, this Skill assists in the process.

Quick Start

Run the add-a-new-skill command to create a new skill guide.

Frequently Asked Questions about add-a-new-skill

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I create step-by-step guides for in-app skills?

To create step-by-step guides for in-app skills, run the `add-a-new-skill` command to author new Markdown files with YAML frontmatter. This generates structured recipe documentation for studio workflows.

What is the best way to document workflow recipes for a dev assistant?

The best way to document workflow recipes for a dev assistant is using Markdown for operational instructions and YAML frontmatter for metadata. This Skill mirrors recipes to the .agents directory for dev assistant suggestions.

How does recipe mirroring work for studio tooling?

Recipe mirroring for studio tooling duplicates your authored step-by-step guides into the .agents mirror. This allows the dev assistant to access and suggest top recipes directly within the studio environment.

Do I need YAML frontmatter to author skill documentation?

Yes, you need YAML frontmatter to define skill metadata when authoring documentation. It pairs with Markdown formatted operational instructions to create complete in-app skill recipes.

Can I use this to add new recipes to an existing studio environment?

Yes, you can use this to add new recipes to an existing studio environment. It streamlines workflow documentation by creating MD files that define step-by-step instructions specifically for the in-app Skills tool.

What are the limitations when mirroring recipes to the .agents directory?

A limitation when mirroring recipes to the .agents directory is that the Skill is strictly intended for workflow documentation within a studio environment and relies on specific YAML and Markdown formatting.