make-skill-template

Generate new Agent Skills by duplicating a clean template with frontmatter.

Updated Mar 1, 2026

Search Tags:#automation #git #template #scaffold #skill #generate #copilot

Ready to run

npx skills add https://github.com/wonkpentink/agent-skills-fe --skill make-skill-template-wonkpentink

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Skill: make-skill-template
Source: https://github.com/wonkpentink/agent-skills-fe/tree/main/skills/make-skill-template
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/wonkpentink/agent-skills-fe --skill make-skill-template-wonkpentink

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This meta-skill helps users scaffold new Agent Skills by duplicating a clean template, ensuring consistent structure and frontmatter for discovery.

Core Features & Use Cases

Generates a ready-to-edit SKILL.md with proper frontmatter.
Establishes a standard directory skeleton (skills/<skill-name>/) and optional scripts/references/assets.
Used whenever you want to bootstrap new skills or create a starting point for building capabilities.

Quick Start

Copy this template to a new folder named skills/<your-skill-name>/, rename the frontmatter name to match the folder, and customize the description 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 from a template?▼

Scaffolding a new Agent Skill involves duplicating a clean template into a new skills/<your-skill-name>/ directory, establishing a standard directory skeleton with ready-to-edit SKILL.md frontmatter and optional resources.

What is the standard folder structure for generating Copilot skills?▼

The standard folder structure for Copilot skills uses a skills/<skill-name>/ directory skeleton containing a SKILL.md file with proper frontmatter and optional directories for scripts, references, and assets.

How do I ensure my generated skill is discoverable by Copilot?▼

To ensure your generated skill is discoverable by Copilot, validate that the folder naming matches the frontmatter name and maintain frontmatter consistency across the skill directory structure.

Do I need any dependencies to generate a skill template?▼

No dependencies are required to generate a skill template. The automation works by duplicating a clean template to bootstrap new capabilities without needing external packages or components.

Can I include optional scripts and assets when bootstrapping a new skill?▼

Yes, you can include optional scripts, references, and assets when bootstrapping a new skill. The template establishes a standard directory skeleton that validates the presence of these optional resources.

Why does my generated skill folder fail discovery validation?▼

Generated skill folders fail discovery validation when the folder naming does not match the frontmatter name, or when the frontmatter consistency checks fail within the SKILL.md file.