minimal-fixture

Validate SKILL.md frontmatter for required name and description fields.

8|Updated Feb 2, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/usurobor/cnos --skill minimal-fixture
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Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: minimal-fixture
Source: https://github.com/usurobor/cnos/tree/main/schemas/fixtures/skill-frontmatter/valid/minimal
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/usurobor/cnos --skill minimal-fixture

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill Unit validates that a minimal SKILL.md frontmatter includes the mandatory name and description fields, enabling reliable discovery and gating for the Skill ecosystem.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Frontmatter presence validation: checks for required fields (name, description) in SKILL.md.
  • Conformance testing: ensures a Skill Unit meets the minimal schema requirements to be recognized.
  • CI-friendly: suitable for automated tests and fixtures that validate Skill structure during development.

Quick Start

Validate this fixture's SKILL.md to confirm it includes the required fields.

Frequently Asked Questions about minimal-fixture

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I validate SKILL.md frontmatter to ensure required fields are present?

To validate SKILL.md frontmatter, check that the file includes the mandatory name and description fields. This validation confirms the minimal schema requirements are met, enabling reliable discovery and tooling integration within the Skill ecosystem.

What is a minimal skill fixture and when do I need to validate it?

A minimal skill fixture is a SKILL.md file with basic frontmatter. You need to validate it during development or CI workflows to ensure new fixtures conform to the schema and are properly discoverable by downstream indexing and validation tools.

Can I use frontmatter validation in a CI workflow to test skill structure?

Yes, you can use frontmatter validation in CI workflows. It is designed to be CI-friendly, applying automated tests to fixtures that validate Skill structure during development and ensure conformity to the minimal schema requirements.

What's the best way to test if a Skill Unit meets minimal schema requirements?

The best way to test minimal schema requirements is to validate the SKILL.md frontmatter for the required name and description fields. This conformance testing ensures the Skill Unit is recognized and produces metadata output suitable for downstream indexing.

Why does my Skill fixture fail discovery by tooling despite having frontmatter?

Skill fixture discovery fails when frontmatter is missing the required name and description fields. Validating the SKILL.md file against the minimal schema ensures frontmatter correctness and provides the basic metadata output necessary for tooling to discover the fixture.