create-skill

Scaffold Claude skill directories with a multi-YAML file set.

2|1|Updated Mar 20, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/proven-xyz/proven-app --skill create-skill-proven-xyz
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: create-skill
Source: https://github.com/proven-xyz/proven-app/tree/main/.agents/skills/create-skill
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/proven-xyz/proven-app --skill create-skill-proven-xyz

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Scaffold skill directory with a standard multi-YAML pattern to enable quick bootstrapping of new Claude skills.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Generates: SKILL.md, skill.yaml, collaboration.yaml, and optionally validations.yaml and sharp-edges.yaml to enforce quality gates.
  • Provides a pre-wired Stop hook that validates skill structure on creation.

Quick Start

Use the create-skill skill to scaffold a new skill directory with the canonical file set.

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 Claude skill directory with YAML files?

To scaffold a Claude skill directory, use an automated tool that generates the canonical multi-YAML file set, including SKILL.md, skill.yaml, and collaboration.yaml, to bootstrap your project structure instantly.

What files are needed to create a CLAUDE skill structure?

Creating a CLAUDE skill structure requires a canonical file set: SKILL.md, skill.yaml, collaboration.yaml, and optionally validations.yaml and sharp-edges.yaml to enforce quality gates.

Can I automate validation checks when generating a new skill.yaml file?

Yes, you can automate validation checks by generating a pre-wired Stop hook during skill scaffolding, which triggers the validation task automatically to verify the skill structure immediately upon creation.

What is the best way to bootstrap a CLAUDE skill development environment?

The best way to bootstrap a CLAUDE skill development environment is using a scaffolding tool that applies the multi-YAML pattern, automatically generating required configuration files and wiring post-creation validation hooks.