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create-cli-skill

Generate structured SKILL.md documentation for CLI tools with frontmatter and pipelines.

9|2|Updated Mar 5, 2026
Search Tags:#automation#documentation#cli#agents#frontmatter#skill-generation
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/DavidTeju/shared-skills --skill create-cli-skill
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: create-cli-skill
Source: https://github.com/DavidTeju/shared-skills/tree/main/skills/create-cli-skill
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/DavidTeju/shared-skills --skill create-cli-skill

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This skill helps teams document CLI tools for agent consumption by generating structured, reusable SKILL.md files that streamline onboarding and reduce trial-and-error.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Automated CLI skill documentation: creates a complete SKILL.md with frontmatter and sections.
  • Phase-driven workflow: Discovery, Analysis, Generation, and Verification to ensure comprehensive coverage.
  • Reusable templates: produces guidelines that can be used across multiple CLIs to accelerate agent integration.

Quick Start

Run the CLI skill pipeline to generate SKILL.md in ~/projects/shared-skills/skills/create-cli-skill.

Frequently Asked Questions about create-cli-skill

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I generate SKILL.md documentation for a CLI?▼

To generate SKILL.md documentation for a CLI, run the CLI skill pipeline, which produces a structured file with frontmatter and sections like Quick Start in your target directory.

What is agent-optimized CLI documentation?▼

Agent-optimized CLI documentation is a structured SKILL.md file containing frontmatter and core workflows that streamlines agent onboarding and reduces trial-and-error integration.

How does the CLI skill generation pipeline validate documentation?▼

The CLI skill generation pipeline validates documentation during its Verification phase by checking syntax and frontmatter validity to ensure the generated SKILL.md meets structural requirements.

Can I use this to document existing CLIs for agents?▼

Yes, you can document existing CLIs for agents. The workflow applies to both new and existing CLIs, validating use cases and producing reusable guidelines for agent consumption.

What sections are required when documenting a CLI for agents?▼

Documenting a CLI for agents requires sections such as Quick Start and Core Workflows, along with valid frontmatter, to ensure comprehensive coverage in the generated SKILL.md file.

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