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create-skill

Create agent skills conforming to the agentskills.io specification.

Updated Mar 29, 2026
Search Tags:#skill creation#tooling#agent development#AI documentation#agentskills.io
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/elliottpolk/journal-kernel --skill create-skill-elliottpolk
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: create-skill
Source: https://github.com/elliottpolk/journal-kernel/tree/main/.agentic/skills/create-skill
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/elliottpolk/journal-kernel --skill create-skill-elliottpolk

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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

What problem does it solve?

The create-skill Skill automates the creation of new agent skills, streamlining the process of adhering to the agentskills.io specification and handling directory structure, frontmatter, and content generation.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Automated Skill Creation: Generates a directory structure and SKILL.md file following the agentskills.io specification.
  • Skill Definition: Guides users in defining the name, description, and optional scripts, references, and assets.
  • Validation: Checks the SKILL.md file against the specification for completeness and correctness.

Quick Start

Run the create-skill skill with the name of the new skill as the argument, e.g., create-skill new-skill-name.

Frequently Asked Questions about create-skill

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I create agent skills that conform to the agentskills.io specification?▼

You can automate agent skill creation by generating a directory structure and SKILL.md file that adheres to the agentskills.io specification. This handles metadata creation and optional file inclusion for AI-assisted documentation systems.

What is the best way to automate directory structure and metadata creation for AI agent development?▼

The best way to automate directory structure and metadata creation is using a specification-driven generator. It builds the required folders and SKILL.md frontmatter, validating the output against the agentskills.io standard for correctness.

How do I set up a new SKILL.md file with optional scripts and references?▼

You can set up a new SKILL.md file with optional scripts and references by running the create-skill command with your new skill name. The tool guides metadata definition and includes optional components automatically within the directory.

Can I generate AI documentation skills without external network access?▼

Yes, you can generate AI documentation skills without external network access. The creation process handles directory structure and metadata generation locally by relying solely on the built-in agentskills.io specification rules.

Does the agentskills.io specification require validation for skill metadata completeness?▼

Yes, the agentskills.io specification requires validation for skill metadata completeness to ensure correctness. Automated creation tools check the generated SKILL.md file against the standard to verify that all required definitions are present.

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