hermes-agent-skill-authoring

Create and validate in-repo skill units with YAML frontmatter parsing.

1|Updated May 12, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/projectedanx/hermes-agent --skill hermes-agent-skill-authoring-projectedanx
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: hermes-agent-skill-authoring
Source: https://github.com/projectedanx/hermes-agent/tree/main/skills/software-development/hermes-agent-skill-authoring
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/projectedanx/hermes-agent --skill hermes-agent-skill-authoring-projectedanx

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This skill provides a structured framework and validation logic for creating and maintaining high-quality, in-repo skills for the Hermes Agent, ensuring consistency across the codebase.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Standardized Structure: Enforces a peer-matched format including overview, triggers, and verification checklists.
  • Validation Logic: Provides the necessary constraints and Python-based validation steps to ensure SKILL.md files are correctly formatted and functional.
  • Use Case: When you need to contribute a new reusable workflow to the hermes-agent repository, use this skill to ensure your documentation and metadata meet the project's strict quality standards.

Quick Start

Use the hermes-agent-skill-authoring skill to validate the frontmatter and structure of the new skill file I just created in the software-development category.

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 validate YAML frontmatter for Hermes Agent skill files?

You validate YAML frontmatter for Hermes Agent skill files by applying strict parsing constraints and structural checks. This ensures SKILL.md files are correctly formatted and compatible with the agent's skill loader.

What is the required structure for a Hermes Agent skill unit?

A Hermes Agent skill unit requires a standardized structure including an overview, triggers, and verification checklists. This peer-matched format ensures consistent, high-quality documentation across the codebase.

How do I standardize documentation for agent-based workflows?

You standardize documentation for agent-based workflows by enforcing a peer-matched format with specific metadata and verification checklists. This framework ensures consistent, high-quality skill creation across the codebase.

Can I use Python to validate SKILL.md files for the Hermes Agent?

Yes, you can use Python to validate SKILL.md files for the Hermes Agent. This skill provides Python-based validation steps to ensure your files meet the project's strict quality standards and structural requirements.

What are the limitations of automated skill validation for Hermes Agent?

The limitations of automated skill validation for Hermes Agent include its strict focus on YAML frontmatter parsing and structural requirements. It validates format and metadata consistency but does not verify the functional logic of the workflow itself.