dev:skill

Generate standardized SKILL.md files with frontmatter and scaffold guidance.

1|Updated Jan 21, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/IKatsuba/skills --skill dev-skill
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
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Skill: dev:skill
Source: https://github.com/IKatsuba/skills/tree/main/dev/skill
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/IKatsuba/skills --skill dev-skill

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This skill provides a formal template and process to add new skills to the repository, ensuring consistency across Skill units.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Generates the required SKILL.md frontmatter and structure for new skills
  • Guides users through category, name, purpose, and steps, with examples
  • Updates CLAUDE.md structure after creation

Quick Start

Create the file at <category>/<skill-name>/SKILL.md following the provided structure and guidelines.

Frequently Asked Questions about dev:skill

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I create a standardized skill definition for my repository?

To create a standardized skill definition, generate a SKILL.md file with required frontmatter fields like name and description, ensuring consistency across categories and workflows within your repository.

What frontmatter fields are required when generating a SKILL.md file?

The required frontmatter fields for a SKILL.md file are name and description, while optional components like scripts, references, and assets are detected automatically to complete the skill definition.

How do I add new skills to a repository and ensure consistency across categories?

You add new skills by creating a file at <category>/<skill-name>/SKILL.md following the provided scaffold guidance, which enforces required frontmatter and updates CLAUDE.md structure for consistency.

What is the best way to scaffold a skill with step-by-step workflow and guidance?

The best way to scaffold a skill is using a formal template that guides you through category, name, purpose, and steps, generating the required structure and updating CLAUDE.md after creation.

Does generating a SKILL.md file automatically update the CLAUDE.md structure?

Yes, generating a SKILL.md file updates the CLAUDE.md structure after creation, ensuring the new skill definition is registered and ready for validation within the repository.

Can I detect optional components like scripts and assets when creating a skill definition?

Yes, the skill definition process detects optional components such as scripts, references, and assets automatically, incorporating them into the SKILL.md file alongside the required frontmatter fields.