make-skill-template

To create a new skill for GitHub Copilot, use a scaffolding template to duplicate the directory structure and generate a SKILL.md file with proper YAML frontmatter. This ensures the skill adheres to the Agent Skills specification for discoverability and operationalization.

An Agent Skill is an operational capability for GitHub Copilot defined by a SKILL.md file. You need this file when you want to scaffold a new skill, ensuring it has the correct YAML frontmatter and directory structure to be properly discovered and executed.

Yes, you can scaffold a skill directory without manual setup by requesting to make a new skill. The template duplication process automatically creates the required directory structure and the SKILL.md file with the correct YAML frontmatter.

The best way to ensure your new skill meets the Agent Skills specification is to scaffold it using a dedicated template. This automatically generates the correct directory structure and a SKILL.md file containing the required YAML frontmatter for compliance.

No dependencies are required to scaffold a skill for GitHub Copilot. The skill creation process duplicates an existing template and generates the SKILL.md file directly, allowing you to set up the directory structure without external tools.