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agent-authoring

Automates GitHub custom AI agent creation including mission definition, domain research, contract/output formatting, and routing registration.

Updated Apr 9, 2026
Search Tags:#workflow automation#custom agent#agent definition#GitHub Copilot#domain research
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/nist0/CoDev --skill agent-authoring-nist0
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: agent-authoring
Source: https://github.com/nist0/CoDev/tree/main/.github/skills/agent-authoring
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/nist0/CoDev --skill agent-authoring-nist0

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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

What problem does it solve?

This Skill addresses the need for creating custom agents that are stable, have clear missions, boundaries, and workflows, thereby enhancing the efficiency of GitHub Copilot in engineering tasks.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Agent Creation: Develop custom agents with specified roles and responsibilities.
  • Domain Research: Facilitate comprehensive research for domain-specific knowledge.
  • Agent Contract Definition: Standardize agent attributes and interaction constraints.
  • Output Formatting: Enforce a precise output template for agent definitions.
  • Registration in Routing: Automate the registration process for new agents.

Quick Start

Run the /new-agent command with the desired agent ID and mission, e.g., /new-agent agentId=ux-guide mission="Owns contributor onboarding ergonomics for CoDev."

Frequently Asked Questions about agent-authoring

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I create a custom agent for GitHub Copilot?▼

To create a custom agent for GitHub Copilot, run the `/new-agent` command with an agent ID and mission. The Skill guides you through defining boundaries, workflows, and domain research before formatting and routing registration.

What is agent contract definition and why do I need it for workflow automation?▼

Agent contract definition standardizes agent attributes and interaction constraints. It ensures your workflow automation agents have clear missions, boundaries, and stable workflows, preventing ambiguity during GitHub Copilot engineering tasks.

Do I need Python scripts to define a custom agent?▼

Yes, Python scripts are required for validation and manual review during the custom agent creation process. They ensure the agent definition meets the required contract and output formatting standards before routing registration.

How does domain research integrate into custom agent authoring?▼

Domain research integrates into custom agent authoring by facilitating comprehensive research for domain-specific knowledge. This ensures the generated agent possesses the precise contextual boundaries and mission scope required for accurate workflow automation.

What are the limitations of automating GitHub Copilot agent creation?▼

Limitations of automating GitHub Copilot agent creation include the requirement for manual review and Python script validation. The process cannot bypass these constraints, ensuring agents remain stable and correctly registered in routing.

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