create-skill

Generate standardized skill directories and SKILL.md files.

Updated Jan 28, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/controlaltnerd/arc --skill create-skill-controlaltnerd
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: create-skill
Source: https://github.com/controlaltnerd/arc/tree/main/.github/skills/create-skill
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/controlaltnerd/arc --skill create-skill-controlaltnerd

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes assets (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill streamlines the creation of new agent skills, ensuring they adhere to the Agent Skills open standard with proper structure, naming, and organization.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Skill Scaffolding: Generates the necessary directory structure and SKILL.md file for new skills.
  • Standardization: Enforces naming conventions and best practices for skill development.
  • Use Case: You need to create a new skill to manage user feedback. This skill will help you quickly set up the create-feedback-skill directory with the correct SKILL.md structure and placeholders.

Quick Start

Use the create-skill skill to generate a new skill named 'analyze-logs'.

Frequently Asked Questions about create-skill

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I scaffold a new agent skill with a standardized directory structure?

Scaffolding a new agent skill requires generating a standardized directory structure and a SKILL.md file to enforce naming conventions and proper modularization of capabilities.

What is the Agent Skills open standard for skill creation?

The Agent Skills open standard defines a modular structure for agent capabilities, requiring a SKILL.md file and organized directories to ensure proper naming, dependencies, and resource components.

Can I define dependencies and resource components when generating a skill?

Yes, skill generation supports defining the skill name, description, dependencies, and resource components directly within the generated SKILL.md file to ensure proper modularization.

What's the best way to automate agent skill development and standardize naming conventions?

Automating agent skill development involves using scaffolding tools to generate standardized directory structures and SKILL.md files, enforcing best practices and naming conventions across new skills.

Do I need any dependencies installed to create a new skill?

No dependencies are required to create a new skill, as the skill generation process operates independently to produce the standardized directory structure and SKILL.md file.

What are the limitations of using scaffolding for skill creation?

Skill scaffolding provides a basic directory structure and SKILL.md file with placeholders, meaning you must manually implement the actual skill logic and resource components within the generated framework.