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create-skill

Scaffold skill directories with SKILL.md templates and required frontmatter.

Updated Feb 10, 2026
Search Tags:#automation#workflow#template#catalog#scaffold#skill#frontmatter
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/Verbalist/agentic-workshop-1 --skill create-skill-verbalist
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: create-skill
Source: https://github.com/Verbalist/agentic-workshop-1/tree/main/skills/utility/create-skill
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/Verbalist/agentic-workshop-1 --skill create-skill-verbalist

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Creating a new skill often involves manual setup, inconsistent structure, and scattered documentation. This section explains how to scaffold a uniform, ready-to-publish skill.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Standardized skeleton: automatically creates the recommended directory layout (skills/{category}/{skill_name}/) and a SKILL.md template.
  • Frontmatter enforcement: ensures required fields (name, description, version) are present for discoverability.
  • Catalog integration: demonstrates updating the skill catalog after scaffold.
  • Use Case: A developer wants to add a new utility skill quickly with proper docs and structure.

Quick Start

Create directory skills/{category}/{skill_name}/ and populate SKILL.md according to the template, then run the catalog-update script to refresh the marketplace.

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 skill with the correct directory layout and structure?▼

To scaffold a new skill, create the recommended directory structure at skills/{category}/{skill_name}/ and populate a SKILL.md file using a standardized template to ensure consistent layout and documentation.

What frontmatter fields are required for skill creation in the agentic-workflow marketplace?▼

Skill creation requires specific frontmatter fields in the SKILL.md file: name, description, and version. These enforced fields ensure proper discoverability and catalog integration for the new skill.

What is the best way to automate skill setup and ensure catalog integration?▼

The best way to automate skill setup is to use a scaffolding template that generates the skeleton, enforces required frontmatter, and includes a catalog-update script step to refresh the marketplace.

Do I need to manually update the skill catalog after creating a new skill skeleton?▼

You need to update the skill catalog after creating the skeleton. The workflow guides you to run a catalog-update script that refreshes the marketplace and integrates the newly scaffolded skill.

Why does my new skill template fail validation during the scaffolding workflow?▼

Skill template validation fails when required frontmatter fields are missing. The scaffolding workflow enforces the presence of name, description, and version fields, along with optional components, before proceeding.

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