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agent-development

Guide creation of autonomous agents for Claude Code plugins.

Updated Mar 2, 2026
Search Tags:#system prompt#autonomous agents#agent development#plugin development#claude plugins#triggering conditions
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/DMT123/claude-skills-collection --skill agent-development-dmt123
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: agent-development
Source: https://github.com/DMT123/claude-skills-collection/tree/main/plugins/plugin-dev/agent-development
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/DMT123/claude-skills-collection --skill agent-development-dmt123

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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

What problem does it solve?

This Skill provides comprehensive guidance and best practices for developing autonomous agents within Claude Code plugins, ensuring agents are well-structured, trigger correctly, and perform reliably.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Agent Structure: Learn the required file format, frontmatter fields (name, description, model, color, tools), and system prompt design.
  • Triggering Best Practices: Understand how to write effective description fields with <example> blocks to ensure agents are invoked appropriately.
  • Use Case: When you need to create a new agent for your plugin, consult this Skill for the exact structure, required fields, and examples of how to define its triggering conditions and system prompt.

Quick Start

Use the agent-development skill to learn how to create a new agent for your plugin.

Frequently Asked Questions about agent-development

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I create autonomous agents for Claude Code plugins?▼

Create autonomous agents by defining the required file structure, frontmatter fields like name and model, and designing the system prompt. Claude Code plugins need specific frontmatter formatting and triggering conditions to ensure agents perform reliably.

What frontmatter fields are required for Claude plugin agent development?▼

Required frontmatter fields for Claude plugin agents include name, description, model, color, and tools. These fields define the agent's identity, capabilities, and available resources within the plugin file structure.

How do I set triggering conditions so my autonomous agent invokes correctly?▼

Triggering conditions rely on writing effective description fields with <example> blocks. These examples guide the system to invoke the autonomous agent appropriately based on user context and input matching.

What is the best way to design a system prompt for an autonomous agent?▼

System prompt design for autonomous agents should follow best practices and validation rules to ensure reliable performance. The skill provides expert guidance on structuring prompts alongside triggering conditions and frontmatter requirements.

Can I use AI-assisted generation to build Claude plugin agents instead of manual creation?▼

Yes, AI-assisted generation methods are fully supported for building Claude plugin agents. The skill provides both manual creation steps and AI-assisted generation methods to accommodate different development workflows.

Why does my Claude Code plugin agent fail to trigger when expected?▼

Agent triggering fails when description fields lack proper <example> blocks or frontmatter is incomplete. Following validation rules and triggering best practices ensures the autonomous agent is invoked appropriately.

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