skills.rest
hgonzalezstahl-blip
hgonzalezstahl-blipCOMMUNITY
Explore all skills by this author →
GitHub

example-skill

Create Claude Code plugin skills with a standard SKILL.md template.

Updated Aug 27, 2026
Search Tags:#documentation#yaml#developer-tools#claude-code#frontmatter#skill-template#plugin-skills
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/hgonzalezstahl-blip/claude-arsenal --skill example-skill-hgonzalezstahl-blip
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: example-skill
Source: https://github.com/hgonzalezstahl-blip/claude-arsenal/tree/main/plugins/marketplaces/claude-plugins-official/plugins/example-plugin/skills/example-skill
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/hgonzalezstahl-blip/claude-arsenal --skill example-skill-hgonzalezstahl-blip

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill provides a reference template for creating Claude Code plugin skills, ensuring consistent structure and documentation across skills.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Establishes a standard SKILL.md with required frontmatter fields (name, description) and optional fields (version, license, keywords).
  • Defines a canonical directory layout (skills/, references/, scripts/, assets/) to guide skill authors and enable tooling.
  • Serves as a ready-to-copy blueprint for teams onboarding new plugin-based skills.

Quick Start

Create a new skill folder with SKILL.md frontmatter and this template as the starting point.

Frequently Asked Questions about example-skill

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I structure a Claude Code plugin skill template?▼

To structure a Claude Code plugin skill template, create a root SKILL.md file with required frontmatter fields like name and description, then define metadata including version, license, keywords, dependencies, and components. This ensures consistent documentation across skill units.

What is a SKILL.md file used for in plugin development?▼

A SKILL.md file is used to guide creation and documentation for plugin skills by providing a standard root file with required frontmatter fields like name and description, ensuring consistency across skill units.

How do I add YAML frontmatter to a Claude Code skill?▼

Add YAML frontmatter to a Claude Code skill by defining required fields like name and description at the top of the SKILL.md file, along with optional metadata including version, license, keywords, dependencies, and components.

What directories do I need for a Claude Code plugin skill?▼

You need a canonical directory layout including skills/, references/, scripts/, and assets/ folders to guide skill authors and enable tooling for Claude Code plugin skills.

Can I use this skill template for team onboarding of new plugins?▼

Yes, you can use this skill template for team onboarding as it serves as a ready-to-copy blueprint that ensures consistent structure and documentation across new plugin-based skills.

What metadata fields are required for a Claude Code plugin skill?▼

Required metadata fields for a Claude Code plugin skill include name and description in the SKILL.md frontmatter, while version, license, keywords, dependencies, and components are optional fields.

Related Skills

Explore More Software Engineering Skills→
xjiang77xjiang77

skill-packager

Package skills into a distributable Claude Code plugin with metadata and commands.

Community
Intermediate
biwakonbubiwakonbu

skill-spec

Validate SKILL.md frontmatter and structure for Claude Code plugin Skill Units.

Community
Basic
anton-abyzovanton-abyzov
156

technical-writing

Generate API documentation and developer guides in Markdown and HTML.

Community
Advanced
stephanjstephanj
9

plugin-forge

Scaffold Claude Code plugins with manifests and semantic versioning.

Community
Intermediate