prompt-conventions

Organize and standardize prompt templates with frontmatter and naming conventions.

Updated Aug 23, 2026

Search Tags:#templates #consistency #guidelines #prompts #frontmatter #prompt

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npx skills add https://github.com/zcawood-mie/agentz --skill prompt-conventions

💬 Prompt for ChatGPT / Claude Chat▼

Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: prompt-conventions
Source: https://github.com/zcawood-mie/agentz/tree/main/skills/prompt-conventions
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/zcawood-mie/agentz --skill prompt-conventions

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This section outlines the need for standardized prompt templates to ensure consistency, reusability, and clarity when building prompts for AI tasks.

Core Features & Use Cases

Provide a reusable prompt template format (frontmatter + body) and guidelines for naming, fields, and usage.
Encourage reference to skills, maintain separation of duties, and avoid inlining rules.
Use cases include creating new prompts, editing existing prompts, and standardizing prompt templates across teams.

Quick Start

Create a new prompt file using the template and save it as ~/.agents/prompts/<promptName>.prompt.md.

Frequently Asked Questions about prompt-conventions

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

FAQPage Schema

How do I standardize prompt templates for consistency across multiple teams?▼

You can standardize prompt templates by applying consistent conventions that organize file formats using frontmatter and body sections. This enforces naming conventions and limits inline rules to preserve a single source of truth across teams.

What are prompt template frontmatter fields and when do I need them?▼

Frontmatter fields are metadata headers for prompt files that validate task definitions and enforce naming conventions. You need them when creating or editing AI prompts to ensure reusability and clarity across multiple projects.

How do I create a new prompt file using a standardized template format?▼

To create a new prompt file, populate a reusable template format containing frontmatter and body sections, then save the file locally as ~/.agents/prompts/<promptName>.prompt.md to follow the established guidelines.

Why should I avoid inlining rules directly inside my prompt templates?▼

You should avoid inlining rules inside prompt templates to maintain separation of duties and preserve a single source of truth. Referencing external skills instead ensures consistent task definitions and prevents conflicting guidelines.

Can I use these prompt conventions to review and edit existing prompts?▼

Yes, you can use these prompt conventions to review and edit existing prompts. The guidelines validate frontmatter fields and enforce naming conventions across creation and editing workflows to ensure standardized AI task definitions.