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hermes-agent-skill-authoring

Create Hermes Agent skills with structured YAML frontmatter and Markdown documentation.

Updated Jun 26, 2026
Search Tags:#software development#skill authoring#YAML#Hermes Agent#validation tools
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/NITISH-gitbit/hermes-custom --skill hermes-agent-skill-authoring-nitish-gitbit
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: hermes-agent-skill-authoring
Source: https://github.com/NITISH-gitbit/hermes-custom/tree/main/skills/software-development/hermes-agent-skill-authoring
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/NITISH-gitbit/hermes-custom --skill hermes-agent-skill-authoring-nitish-gitbit

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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

What problem does it solve?

This Skill aids in the creation of in-repo Hermes Agent skills, providing guidelines, validation, and a structured format to ensure quality and consistency.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Skill Authoring Guidelines: Offers principles and templates for creating skill descriptions, frontmatter, and documentation.
  • Validation Tools: Includes a validator to ensure compliance with frontmatter requirements and structural standards.
  • Use Case: When developing a new skill for the Hermes Agent, this Skill ensures adherence to best practices, leading to maintainable and reliable skill implementations.

Quick Start

Start a new skill by creating a SKILL.md file at the root of your repository with the required frontmatter.

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 and structure YAML frontmatter for Hermes Agent skills?▼

To create Hermes Agent skills, you must structure a SKILL.md file with specific YAML frontmatter at your repository root. This enforces structured skill definitions, ensuring quality and consistency for maintainable in-repo skill implementations.

What's the best way to validate Hermes Agent skill definitions before deployment?▼

Validating Hermes Agent skill definitions requires using built-in validation tools to check frontmatter compliance and structural standards. This ensures your SKILL.md file adheres to required formats before maintaining your Hermes Agent skill sets.

Do I need any external dependencies to author in-repo Hermes Agent skills?▼

No external dependencies are required to author in-repo Hermes Agent skills. The process relies solely on creating a SKILL.md file with structured Markdown documentation and specific YAML frontmatter, enabling straightforward skill creation.

What are the guidelines for writing Hermes Agent skill documentation?▼

Hermes Agent skill documentation guidelines require structured Markdown combined with specific YAML frontmatter formats. Following these principles and templates ensures skill descriptions meet structural standards, leading to reliable and maintainable skill implementations.

Why does my Hermes Agent skill validation fail on frontmatter requirements?▼

Hermes Agent skill validation fails when your SKILL.md file does not adhere to the specific YAML frontmatter format. You must follow structured skill definitions and templates to pass frontmatter compliance checks and ensure quality.

Can I use standard Markdown for Hermes Agent skill authoring without templates?▼

Standard Markdown is used for Hermes Agent skill authoring, but it must follow specific structured formats and validation guidelines. Using provided templates ensures your documentation meets required structural standards for reliable skill implementations.

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