my-skill

Provides a starter template for defining agent skills with instructions and examples.

Updated Jul 2, 2026

Search Tags:#template #scaffolding #instructions #skill.md #agent skill #copilot

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npx skills add https://github.com/ecoDriverltd/FoundryAgentsExperiment --skill my-skill-ecodriverltd

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Skill: my-skill
Source: https://github.com/ecoDriverltd/FoundryAgentsExperiment/tree/main/.github/skills/my-skill
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/ecoDriverltd/FoundryAgentsExperiment --skill my-skill-ecodriverltd

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve? This Skill provides a scaffolded starting point for authoring a new agent skill, removing the guesswork of structuring the SKILL.md file with the required frontmatter, purpose, instructions, and examples sections. ## Core Features & Use Cases - Skill Scaffolding: Ships a pre-structured SKILL.md with YAML frontmatter (name and description) ready for customization. - Guided Sections: Includes placeholder sections for Purpose, Instructions, and Examples to guide authors in documenting agent behavior. - Use Case: A developer experimenting with agent skills in a Blazor/Agent Framework project can copy this template, rename it (e.g., a silly math skill), and fill in the instructions to teach the agent a new capability. ## Quick Start Rename the skill and replace the placeholder Purpose, Instructions, and Examples sections in SKILL.md with the specific behavior you want the agent to perform.

Frequently Asked Questions about my-skill

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

FAQPage Schema

How do I create a custom agent skill?▼

Create a directory containing a SKILL.md file with YAML frontmatter defining a name and description, followed by Markdown instructions. This template provides that structure with placeholder Purpose, Instructions, and Examples sections to fill in.

What is required in a SKILL.md file?▼

A SKILL.md file requires YAML frontmatter with at least a name and description field, followed by a Markdown body containing the operational instructions the agent loads when the skill is activated.

Can I add scripts or reference files to an agent skill?▼

Yes, a skill directory may optionally include scripts, references, and assets subdirectories alongside SKILL.md. Scripts are executed for deterministic tasks, references are read for detailed information, and assets store supporting documents.

Where do agent skills get placed in a repository?▼

Agent skills are typically placed in a .github/skills directory, with each skill in its own subdirectory containing its SKILL.md entry point, as shown by this template's location.