agent-development

Convert plugin agent requests into Claude Code agent configurations with frontmatter and system prompts.

28|5|Updated Jun 24, 2025
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/thevibeworks/claude-code-docs --skill agent-development-thevibeworks
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: agent-development
Source: https://github.com/thevibeworks/claude-code-docs/tree/main/content/github/claude-plugins-official/plugins/plugin-dev/skills/agent-development
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/thevibeworks/claude-code-docs --skill agent-development-thevibeworks

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill helps you design and ship reliable Claude Code plugin agents by turning vague “make an agent” requests into correct agent files with clear triggering and structured system prompts.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Agent structure that matches Claude Code conventions: defines required and optional frontmatter fields so your agent is discoverable and invocable.
  • Triggering guidance via description + “When to invoke”: shows how to write realistic triggering conditions and worked scenarios.
  • System prompt engineering for autonomous behavior: provides a reusable template for responsibilities, analysis process, output format, and edge-case handling.
  • Practical best practices for tools and models: recommends safe defaults like model: inherit and least-privilege tool restriction.

Quick Start

Use the agent-development skill when building a plugin agent and give it a description of what the agent should do and when it should trigger.

Frequently Asked Questions about agent-development

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I create a Claude Code plugin agent with correct frontmatter and triggering rules?

To create a Claude Code plugin agent, you need correct frontmatter fields and clear triggering conditions. This Skill transforms vague agent requests into validated agent configurations with structured system prompts, naming conventions, and operational boundaries for autonomous behavior.

What is the structure of a Claude Code agent system prompt for autonomous behavior?

A Claude Code agent system prompt includes defined responsibilities, an analysis process, output format requirements, and edge-case handling. This Skill provides a reusable template to engineer these structured prompts, ensuring your plugin agent operates safely within autonomous boundaries.

How do I write triggering conditions and examples for Claude Code subagents?

Triggering conditions for Claude Code subagents require realistic description prose and a structured "When to invoke" section with worked scenarios. This Skill generates validated description triggers and examples that ensure your agent is discoverable and invocable only when appropriate.

What are the best practices for selecting tools and models when designing plugin agents?

Best practices for plugin agent design include using safe defaults like `model: inherit` and applying least-privilege tool restriction. This Skill provides practical guidance on choosing appropriate tools, models, and color choices to maintain operational security.

Can I use this to define operational boundaries and responsibilities for Claude Code agents?

Yes, defining operational boundaries and responsibilities is a core function. This Skill produces an agent definition that includes clear responsibilities, process requirements, and output specifications, ensuring your Claude Code plugin agent operates within safe autonomous limits.

Why does my Claude Code plugin agent fail to trigger correctly in specific scenarios?

Agent triggering fails when description prose and "When to invoke" sections lack realistic examples or validated naming. This Skill fixes triggering issues by generating correct frontmatter and structured triggering conditions tailored to your specific operational scenarios.