create-skill

To create a Claude Code skill, you define its structure using YAML frontmatter and markdown content within a SKILL.md file. This framework packages domain expertise into reusable AI capabilities that Claude can automatically invoke for workflow automation.

A Claude Code skill requires YAML frontmatter for metadata and markdown content for instructions. Supporting files like templates, scripts, and examples can be added to package expertise and outline execution steps effectively.

Skill discoverability relies on clear naming conventions and precise description writing in the YAML frontmatter. Providing instruction clarity within the markdown content ensures Claude Code accurately understands when to automatically invoke the skill.

Testing Claude skills involves verifying automatic invocation and checking execution accuracy against the defined markdown instructions. Troubleshooting addresses structural formatting errors in the SKILL.md file or vague descriptions that hinder discoverability.

While prompt engineering knowledge helps, creating Claude Code skills is structured through defined YAML frontmatter requirements and markdown organization. The skill creation framework provides best practices to guide developers through the process.

Yes, you can include supporting file structures like references, examples, templates, and scripts within your skill package. These components help package complex domain expertise and outline specific refactoring steps for execution.