make-skill-template

Scaffold new Agent Skills with SKILL.md frontmatter and optional subfolders.

Updated Aug 23, 2026

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Ready to run

npx skills add https://github.com/gabrielwithappy/agent-starter --skill make-skill-template-gabrielwithappy

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Skill: make-skill-template
Source: https://github.com/gabrielwithappy/agent-starter/tree/main/.claude/skills/make-skill-template
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/gabrielwithappy/agent-starter --skill make-skill-template-gabrielwithappy

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Automatically creates a ready-to-use scaffold for new Agent Skills, including SKILL.md frontmatter and optional subfolders, so you can instantiate new capabilities quickly.

Core Features & Use Cases

Generates a compliant SKILL.md frontmatter with required fields (name, description).
Creates a reusable scaffold/template for skill folders, ready to customize.
Supports optional bundled directories (scripts/, references/, assets/) for future expansion.

Quick Start

Duplicate this template, rename the folder to your skill name, and customize SKILL.md's frontmatter and body.

Frequently Asked Questions about make-skill-template

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema

How do I scaffold a new Agent Skill with proper frontmatter?▼

To scaffold a new Agent Skill, duplicate this template, rename the folder, and customize the SKILL.md frontmatter. It automatically generates required name and description fields, creating a ready-to-run skill folder structure.

What is an Agent Skill template and why do I need frontmatter?▼

An Agent Skill template provides a standardized folder scaffold for building capabilities. Frontmatter enforces required metadata like name and description, ensuring your skill is discoverable and structurally compliant for instantiation.

Can I bundle scripts and assets when generating a skill scaffold?▼

Yes, skill scaffolding supports optional bundled directories including scripts/, references/, and assets/ subfolders. You can create these directories during template instantiation to organize supporting files for future expansion.

What's the best way to structure skill folders for automation?▼

The best way to structure skill folders is using a template that enforces SKILL.md frontmatter requirements and provides optional subfolders for scripts, references, and assets. This ensures consistent organization for automated skill development.

Do I need to manually validate SKILL.md frontmatter fields?▼

Manual validation of SKILL.md frontmatter is minimized because the template enforces required fields like name and description during generation. The scaffold includes validation guidelines to ensure your frontmatter remains compliant.

How does make-skill-template handle skill discovery metadata?▼

The make-skill-template enforces clear discovery metadata by generating compliant SKILL.md frontmatter. It structures your skill folder with required name and description fields to ensure proper indexing and discoverability.