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create-skill

Create and refactor Claude Code skills with standardized structure and templates.

187|24|Updated Jan 30, 2026
Search Tags:#workflow#templates#Claude Code#refactor#frontmatter#skill-design
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/sd0xdev/sd0x-dev-flow --skill create-skill-sd0xdev
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: create-skill
Source: https://github.com/sd0xdev/sd0x-dev-flow/tree/main/skills/create-skill
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/sd0xdev/sd0x-dev-flow --skill create-skill-sd0xdev

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill provides a standard approach to creating or refactoring Claude Code skills, including consistent file structure, frontmatter conventions, and best practices.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Standardized structure: skills/{name}/ with SKILL.md, optional references/ and scripts/ directories to support onboarding and governance.
  • Templates and checks: Ready-to-use templates for frontmatter and workflow sections; guidance on verification and testing.
  • Use Case: A team wants to add a new skill called "data-explorer" and use this skill as a blueprint to create the skeleton and validation checks.

Quick Start

Create a new directory skills/{name}, add SKILL.md with the frontmatter, and populate optional references/ and scripts/ as needed, following the guidelines in this skill.

Frequently Asked Questions about create-skill

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I structure a new Claude Code skill directory?▼

To structure a Claude Code skill, create a skills/{name}/ directory containing a SKILL.md file with frontmatter, alongside optional references/ and scripts/ subdirectories to support onboarding and governance.

What should be included in Claude Code skill frontmatter?▼

Claude Code skill frontmatter should follow standardized conventions provided by templates, establishing consistent metadata for governance, skill design verification, and workflow layout within the SKILL.md file.

How do I refactor an existing Claude Code skill layout?▼

Refactoring a Claude Code skill involves reorganizing existing files into the standardized skills/{name}/ structure, updating frontmatter conventions, and applying governance guidance and verification checks for improved workflow consistency.

Can I add custom scripts and references to Claude Code skills?▼

Yes, you can add custom scripts and references to Claude Code skills by creating optional scripts/ and references/ directories within the skills/{name}/ folder to support onboarding and extend skill functionality.

What is the best way to enforce design constraints when creating Claude Code skills?▼

The best way to enforce design constraints is by using standardized templates and verification guidance that identify required and optional files, ensuring consistent frontmatter and workflow layout across all Claude Code skills.

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