dev-setup-skill

Create consistent dev-* concept skills using a SKILL.md template.

Updated Jun 17, 2025
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/nikbrunner/dots --skill dev-setup-skill
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: dev-setup-skill
Source: https://github.com/nikbrunner/dots/tree/main/common/.agents/skills/dev-setup-skill
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/nikbrunner/dots --skill dev-setup-skill

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This skill provides a structured template and a checklist for creating new dev-* concept skills, reducing ambiguity and ensuring consistency across skill development.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Ready-to-use SKILL.md template with frontmatter conventions (name, description, user-invocable flag) and a canonical structure.
  • Supporting guidance to split large topics into smaller, maintainable files (template.md, topic-specific docs).
  • A standardized cross-reference and naming scheme to keep dev-topic skills organized and discoverable.

Quick Start

Clone this template and replace the placeholders to create a new dev-* skill.

Frequently Asked Questions about dev-setup-skill

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I create a consistent SKILL.md template for new dev topics?

To create a consistent SKILL.md template for new dev topics, you can use a reusable template that enforces standardized frontmatter, naming, and canonical structure across all skill development files.

What is the best way to structure frontmatter for skill creation?

The best way to structure frontmatter for skill creation is to enforce required name and description fields, while utilizing a standardized checklist to reduce ambiguity and maintain consistency across files.

How do I split large dev topics into maintainable documentation files?

You can split large dev topics into maintainable documentation files by using supporting guidelines that help divide content into a template.md and topic-specific docs with a standardized cross-reference scheme.

Can I include optional directories for scripts and assets when bootstrapping new skills?

Yes, you can include optional accompanying directories for scripts, references, and assets when bootstrapping new skills to keep dev-topic concepts organized and easily discoverable.

Why do I need a checklist for bootstrapping new dev-* concept skills?

You need a checklist for bootstrapping new dev-* concept skills because it reduces ambiguity, enforces frontmatter requirements, and ensures structural consistency across all newly created topic files.

Does this skill creation template work without external dependencies?

Yes, this skill creation template works without external dependencies, allowing you to clone the template directly and replace placeholders to immediately bootstrap a new dev-* skill.