blog-scaffolding

Validate blog topic viability and generate a structured post scaffold.

Updated Nov 14, 2022
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/fgrehm/fabiorehm.com --skill blog-scaffolding
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Skill: blog-scaffolding
Source: https://github.com/fgrehm/fabiorehm.com/tree/main/.claude/skills/blog-scaffolding
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/fgrehm/fabiorehm.com --skill blog-scaffolding

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill streamlines the blog post creation process by first validating your topic for uniqueness and then generating a structured outline. This ensures you write valuable, original content without starting from scratch, saving you time and mental effort.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Two-Phase Workflow: Combines topic validation and unique angle discovery with automated scaffold creation.
  • Internal & External Research: Checks your existing content and the broader web to identify gaps and unique opportunities for your post.
  • Personal Angle Identification: Guides you to articulate your specific experience and insights that add genuine value, moving beyond generic advice.
  • Automated Structure Generation: Creates a new blog post directory and index.md file with frontmatter and guiding headers, ready for your content.
  • Use Case: When you have a new idea, say "I want to write a new blog post about 'optimizing database queries'," and this skill will help you refine the angle and set up the initial structure.

Quick Start

Use the blog-scaffolding skill to create a new post about 'my experience with serverless functions'.

Frequently Asked Questions about blog-scaffolding

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I structure a new blog post to ensure it's original and valuable?

Blog post structuring starts with validating your topic's uniqueness against existing content and the web, then generates a scaffold with frontmatter, directory layout, and guided headers. This two-phase approach identifies your unique angle before you begin drafting, saving time and ensuring your post adds genuine value beyond generic advice.

What's the best way to validate a blog topic before writing?

Topic validation checks your internal content library and searches the web to identify gaps and opportunities. This research phase reveals what's already been covered and helps you articulate a personal angle or fresh perspective that distinguishes your post from existing content.

Can I automate blog post setup with directory structure and frontmatter?

Yes. Automated scaffold creation generates a new blog post directory with an index.md file, frontmatter metadata, and guiding section headers with TODO placeholders. This ready-to-draft structure eliminates manual setup and lets you focus on writing content immediately.

How do I find a unique angle for a blog post topic?

Angle discovery combines internal content checks with external landscape research to uncover gaps and opportunities. The workflow guides you to articulate specific experience and insights that add genuine value, moving beyond generic advice by grounding your post in your own perspective.

Do I need web search access to validate blog topics?

Yes. The skill requires web search tools to check the external landscape alongside your internal content paths. This dual-layer research ensures your topic is truly unique and identifies the specific angle that makes your post valuable.