hermes-agent-skill-authoring

Manage and validate SKILL.md files for Hermes AI Agent skills.

Updated Jun 4, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/kngender5/hermes --skill hermes-agent-skill-authoring-kngender5
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: hermes-agent-skill-authoring
Source: https://github.com/kngender5/hermes/tree/main/skills/software-development/hermes-agent-skill-authoring
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/kngender5/hermes --skill hermes-agent-skill-authoring-kngender5

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill assists in authoring and managing SKILL.md files, which are essential for creating and maintaining skills for the Hermes AI Agent ecosystem.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Skill Frontmatter Creation: Guides the creation of SKILL.md frontmatter with required fields such as name, description, version, and metadata.
  • Validation: Validates the SKILL.md file format and content, ensuring correct structure and constraints are met.
  • Reference & Documentation: Provides references and documentation on the conventions and best practices for creating Hermes-Agent skills.
  • In-Repo & User-Local Skill Management: Supports management of skills both in the repository and as user-local configurations.

Quick Start

Create a new SKILL.md file for a new skill using the following command: write_file /home/bb/hermes-agent/skills/<category>/<name>/SKILL.md

Frequently Asked Questions about hermes-agent-skill-authoring

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I create a SKILL.md file for the Hermes AI Agent?

To create a SKILL.md file for the Hermes AI Agent, use the write_file command to generate it in the appropriate skills directory. This Skill guides frontmatter creation with required fields like name, description, and version.

What metadata is required in SKILL.md frontmatter for Hermes Agent skills?

SKILL.md frontmatter requires specific metadata fields including name, description, version, and other constraints. This Skill enforces the correct structure and metadata standards to ensure valid skill definitions.

How does SKILL.md validation work for user-local and in-repo skills?

SKILL.md validation checks file format and content to enforce correct structure and constraints for both in-repo and user-local skills. It ensures your Hermes Agent skill definitions meet required metadata standards.

What are the code conventions for authoring Hermes AI Agent skills?

Code conventions for Hermes AI Agent skills involve proper SKILL.md frontmatter structure and metadata management. This Skill provides references and documentation on best practices for creating and maintaining skill definitions.

Can I manage user-local skill configurations separately from in-repo skills?

Yes, you can manage user-local skill configurations separately from in-repo skills. This Skill supports handling both types of definitions, ensuring proper frontmatter structure and metadata validation for each context.

Why does my Hermes Agent skill validation fail on SKILL.md format?

Hermes Agent skill validation fails when SKILL.md files lack required frontmatter fields or violate metadata constraints. This Skill validates structure and enforces standards to help identify and correct formatting issues.