agent-modernizer

Audit and rewrite Claude Code plugin agent definitions against current standards.

3|1|Updated Feb 8, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/therealbill/mynet --skill agent-modernizer
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Skill: agent-modernizer
Source: https://github.com/therealbill/mynet/tree/main/ai-development/skills/agent-modernizer
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/therealbill/mynet --skill agent-modernizer

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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What problem does it solve?

This skill automates auditing Claude Code plugin agent definitions to ensure they meet current frontmatter and system-prompt standards. It also rewrites verbose prompts into concise, decision-driven definitions and helps align a batch of agents to plugin guidelines.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Audit: verify frontmatter fields (name, description, model, color) and trigger conditions.
  • Rewrite: convert verbose prompts into concise, opinionated definitions with clear boundaries.
  • Batch validation: apply the same standards across multiple agent definitions in a plugin.

Quick Start

Use this skill to audit an existing agent file and produce a standards-compliant rewritten version.

Frequently Asked Questions about agent-modernizer

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I audit Claude Code plugin agent definitions against frontmatter standards?

To audit Claude Code plugin agent definitions, validate frontmatter fields including name, description, model, and color, along with trigger conditions. This skill applies structured, checklist-based validation to ensure existing agent files meet current standards.

What's the best way to rewrite verbose agent system prompts into concise definitions?

Rewriting verbose agent system prompts is done by converting them into concise, decision-driven definitions with clear boundaries. This skill applies a structured, frontmatter-first rewrite process to enforce plugin guidelines and best practices.

Can I batch validate multiple agent files in a plugin for standards compliance?

Batch validation of multiple agent files in a plugin is supported. You can apply the same frontmatter and system-prompt standards across multiple agent definitions simultaneously to align them with current plugin guidelines.

What frontmatter fields are required for a valid Claude Code agent definition?

Required frontmatter fields for a valid Claude Code agent definition include name, description, model, and color. The audit process verifies these fields along with trigger conditions to ensure full standards compliance.

How do I create a new Claude Code agent that follows current best practices?

Creating a new Claude Code agent following best practices involves using a structured, frontmatter-first rewrite process. This skill applies checklist-based validation and guardrails to output formatting, ensuring new agents meet current standards.

Why does my agent definition fail validation checks?

Agent definition validation failures occur when frontmatter fields like name, description, model, or color are missing or misconfigured. The audit process checks these fields and trigger conditions against current standards using structured checklists.