hermes-agent-skill-authoring

Create and validate SKILL.md files for Hermes-Agent skills.

1|Updated Jun 9, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/lxt070409/hermes-skills --skill hermes-agent-skill-authoring-lxt070409
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: hermes-agent-skill-authoring
Source: https://github.com/lxt070409/hermes-skills/tree/main/software-development/hermes-agent-skill-authoring
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/lxt070409/hermes-skills --skill hermes-agent-skill-authoring-lxt070409

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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

What problem does it solve?

This Skill provides a comprehensive guide for creating and managing SKILL.md files for Hermes-Agent, ensuring proper structure and functionality.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • SKILL.md Creation: Offers a template and guidelines for creating SKILL.md files.
  • Frontmatter Validation: Validates the required fields in the SKILL.md frontmatter.
  • Directory Structure: Defines the expected directory structure for Hermes-Agent skills.
  • Cross-Referencing Skills: Explains how to reference other skills within the SKILL.md file.

Quick Start

Create a new SKILL.md file for your skill by following the guidelines provided in this skill unit.

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 Hermes-Agent?

You create a SKILL.md file for Hermes-Agent by using the provided template and guidelines, which ensure proper structure, frontmatter validation, and directory organization for your in-repo skills.

What is the expected directory structure for Hermes-Agent skills?

The expected directory structure for Hermes-Agent skills organizes in-repo components into specific folder hierarchies, ensuring the SKILL.md files and associated scripts or references are correctly located and managed.

Do I need to know YAML syntax to manage Hermes-Agent skill files?

Yes, understanding YAML syntax is required to manage Hermes-Agent skill files, because the SKILL.md frontmatter relies on YAML for defining and validating required fields.

How does frontmatter validation work for SKILL.md files?

Frontmatter validation for SKILL.md files checks that all required YAML fields are present and correctly formatted, ensuring the Hermes-Agent skill system can properly parse and execute the defined skill.

Can I reference other skills within a SKILL.md file?

Yes, you can cross-reference other skills within a SKILL.md file by following the provided guidelines, allowing you to establish dependencies and connections between different Hermes-Agent skills in your repository.

What are the limitations when authoring in-repo skills for Hermes-Agent?

When authoring in-repo skills for Hermes-Agent, you are constrained by the strict directory structure and YAML frontmatter validation rules, and the focus is specifically on in-repo skill creation rather than external plugins.