claude-skill-builder

Guides creation, refinement, and auditing of Claude Code skills.

12|2|Updated Jan 25, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/ahundt/autorun --skill claude-skill-builder-ahundt
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
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Skill: claude-skill-builder
Source: https://github.com/ahundt/autorun/tree/main/plugins/autorun/skills/claude-skill-builder
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/ahundt/autorun --skill claude-skill-builder-ahundt

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill requires bash, and includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill provides a comprehensive guide and automated tools for creating, improving, and auditing Claude Code skills, ensuring they adhere to Anthropic's official best practices and maximize AI performance.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Skill Creation Workflow: Guides users through planning, implementation, testing, and distribution.
  • Refinement Process: Offers a structured approach to improving existing skills, including migration and optimization.
  • Automated Auditing: Includes a script to check skill structure, naming, and frontmatter against best practices, providing a score and actionable feedback.
  • Use Case: A developer wants to build a new Claude skill for summarizing meeting notes. They would use this Skill to learn the correct structure, naming conventions, and how to write effective trigger phrases for the SKILL.md description.

Quick Start

Use the claude skill builder to help me create a new skill for summarizing meeting notes.

Frequently Asked Questions about claude-skill-builder

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

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How do I build a Claude skill using Anthropic's official methodology?

To build a Claude skill using Anthropic's methodology, follow a structured workflow for planning, implementation, testing, and distribution. This ensures your SKILL.md and frontmatter adhere to best practices and maximize AI performance.

What are the best practices for writing a SKILL.md file and frontmatter?

Best practices for a SKILL.md file involve applying progressive disclosure principles, writing effective trigger phrases, and structuring frontmatter correctly. These practices ensure Claude can accurately trigger and execute the desired automation.

Can I use an automated script to audit my Claude skill structure?

Yes, you can use an automated validation script to audit your Claude skill structure. The script checks naming conventions and frontmatter against best practices, providing a score and actionable feedback for refinement.

Does the Claude skill creation process support MCP integrations?

Yes, the Claude skill creation process supports both standalone skills and MCP integrations. It provides structured workflows to ensure these integrations align with official development guidelines and avoid common distribution pitfalls.

What is the best way to refine and migrate an existing Claude skill?

The best way to refine and migrate an existing Claude skill is to use a structured refinement process. This approach offers migration guidance, optimization techniques, and automated auditing to improve performance and ensure compliance.

Do I need bash to run the automated skill validation script?

Yes, you need bash to run the automated skill validation script. The bash environment is required to execute the scripts that check your skill's structure, naming, and frontmatter against best practices.