instruction-file-authoring

Generating agent instruction files in the DLMS-2026-0114 format requires retrieving agent specifications and translating them into strict YAML frontmatter and Markdown body structures. This process enforces format compliance and prevents prose descriptions or speculative tool assignments automatically.

The DLMS-2026-0114 FORMAT_A standard for agent authoring defines strict rules for YAML frontmatter, Markdown body sections, and token budgets. It prevents prose descriptions and speculative tool assignments, ensuring validation against numerous ordering and content rules for compliant instruction files.

Managing token budgets when creating agent instruction files involves validating token counts against strict limits to prevent overly long instructions. When content exceeds the budget, overflow is automatically managed by routing it into companion SKILL.md files.

Validating YAML frontmatter and Markdown body structure for agents requires checking against numerous ordering, content, and token budget rules. The validation ensures strict adherence to the specified format, automatically rejecting prohibited patterns and speculative tool assignments.

You should use a companion SKILL.md file for agent instructions when the primary generated content exceeds the validated token budget. This overflow management ensures the main instruction file remains compliant while preserving necessary additional operational details.