metadata-post-or-product-mode

To choose the correct metadata mode for AI skill and agent development, you must analyze your product requirements and metadata structure to determine whether Post mode or Product mode fits your integration needs.

Post mode uses a folder post-meta and lead sheet structure, while Product mode relies on plugin.json catalog cards to define the metadata structure for AI products and ensure seamless system integration.

You need plugin.json catalog cards for agent configuration when your product requirements dictate Product mode, which generates the necessary files for cataloging and integrating skills into the AI system.

You generate SKILL.md and lead sheet files by determining the appropriate metadata mode first, which then dictates the exact file set needed for your new skill, agent, or rule.

Yes, metadata mode selection applies to skill, agent, and rule creation, assisting in choosing the correct metadata structure to guarantee the right file set is shipped every time.