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blog-post-creator

Generate blog post drafts with frontmatter and a four-section structure.

59|10|Updated Jul 17, 2021
Search Tags:#writing guide#markdown#blogging#technical writing#content creation#frontmatter#scottink
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/spences10/scottspence.com --skill blog-post-creator
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: blog-post-creator
Source: https://github.com/spences10/scottspence.com/tree/main/.claude/skills/blog-post-creator
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/spences10/scottspence.com --skill blog-post-creator

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

Starting a new blog post with the correct structure, frontmatter, and consistent voice can be a mental hurdle. This Skill automates the initial setup and guides the writing process, ensuring every new post adheres to established guidelines from the start.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Structured Content Generation: Creates new blog posts with predefined frontmatter and a core structure (Opening, Investigation, Solution, Results).
  • ScottInk Voice Adherence: Guides the writing to match Scott's authentic voice, including first-person, British English, and self-deprecating humor.
  • Technical Article Framework: Provides a robust framework for technical articles, ensuring code-first explanations and practical takeaways.
  • Use Case: You need to write a new blog post about a recent technical challenge you solved. Use this Skill to generate the initial markdown file with the correct frontmatter and section headings, and then guide you in writing the content in the "ScottInk" style, saving you time on setup and style consistency.

Quick Start

Use the blog-post-creator skill to start a new blog post titled 'My First Svelte 5 Runes Project'.

Frequently Asked Questions about blog-post-creator

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I create a new blog post with proper frontmatter and structure?▼

Use the blog-post-creator Skill to generate a new markdown file with predefined frontmatter, kebab-case filename, and a four-section structure: Opening, Investigation, Solution, and Results. The Skill saves your draft to the posts/ directory with published: false, ready for editing.

What is the ScottInk voice and how do I maintain it in my technical writing?▼

ScottInk is a first-person, self-deprecating tone using British English spelling and code-first examples with explicit references. The blog-post-creator Skill enforces this voice across all new posts, ensuring consistency without manual style tracking.

Can I use this Skill to start technical articles with a consistent framework?▼

Yes. The Skill provides a robust technical article framework with frontmatter, section headings, and guidelines for code-first explanations and practical takeaways, automating setup so you focus on content.

What frontmatter template does the Skill apply to new blog posts?▼

The blog-post-creator enforces a standardized frontmatter template that includes metadata for your posts. The template structure ensures all new files follow established publishing guidelines from creation.

How do I ensure my blog posts save with the correct filename format?▼

The Skill automatically generates kebab-case filenames and saves drafts to the posts/ directory. You provide the post title; the Skill handles naming convention and directory placement.

What should I do after generating a blog post draft with this Skill?▼

After the Skill generates your post with frontmatter and section structure, edit the content in each section, add code examples, and verify the ScottInk voice. Update published: true and commit when ready.

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