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author-skills

Create, update, and register repository-local AI skills with SKILL.md metadata.

Updated Feb 3, 2026
Search Tags:#development#skills#agent#repository#management
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/jimCresswell/jimcresswell.net --skill author-skills-jimcresswell
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: author-skills
Source: https://github.com/jimCresswell/jimcresswell.net/tree/main/.cursor/skills/author-skills
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/jimCresswell/jimcresswell.net --skill author-skills-jimcresswell

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill streamlines the process of creating, updating, and registering skills within a repository, ensuring consistency and discoverability.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Skill Creation: Define new skills with their metadata and operational instructions.
  • Skill Updates: Revise existing skills, including their descriptions and associated scripts or references.
  • Index Registration: Ensure new or updated skills are properly indexed for the platform.
  • Use Case: When developing a new AI capability that requires custom logic, use this Skill to define it, add its Python script, and register it so the AI can find and use it.

Quick Start

Use the author-skills skill to create a new skill named 'summarize-text'.

Frequently Asked Questions about author-skills

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I create and register repository-local AI skills?▼

To create repository-local AI skills, you define the skill's metadata and operational instructions within a SKILL.md file, add any associated scripts, and register the skill in the repository index to ensure platform discoverability.

What is the defined structure for managing repo-local agent capabilities?▼

Managing repo-local agent capabilities requires a defined skill unit structure that includes a SKILL.md file for metadata and operational instructions, ensuring consistency and discoverability across the codebase.

How do I update existing AI skills in a codebase?▼

Updating existing AI skills involves revising their descriptions, operational instructions, and associated scripts or references, then completing index registration so the platform recognizes the changes.

Do I need a specific file format to define new custom logic for an AI agent?▼

Yes, defining new custom logic requires adherence to a defined skill unit structure, specifically utilizing a SKILL.md file to outline the metadata and operational instructions for the AI capability.

What's the best way to ensure new AI capabilities are discoverable by the platform?▼

The best way to ensure AI capabilities are discoverable is through index registration, which properly indexes new or updated skills so the platform's AI can find and use them within the repository.

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