roadmap-author

Guide authors through creating and validating ORS SKILL.md files.

6|2|Updated Jun 11, 2026

Search Tags:#template #research #validation #skill creation #ORS

Ready to run

npx skills add https://github.com/pradyumnasagar/open-research-skills --skill roadmap-author

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Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: roadmap-author
Source: https://github.com/pradyumnasagar/open-research-skills/tree/main/meta/roadmap-author
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/pradyumnasagar/open-research-skills --skill roadmap-author

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill helps authors create new ORS skills by providing a structured template and validation guide.

Core Features & Use Cases

Skill Creation Template: Offers a structured YAML frontmatter and Markdown body template.
Authoring Guide: Provides a step-by-step guide on the skill creation process.
Validation: Ensures the created skill adheres to the ORS schema using scripts/validate-skills.py.

Quick Start

Start the skill creation process by running the meta/roadmap-author skill.

Frequently Asked Questions about roadmap-author

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

FAQPage Schema

How do I create a new Open Research Skills skill from scratch?▼

To create a new Open Research Skills skill, use a structured template that guides you through generating a schema-compliant SKILL.md file, including YAML frontmatter and Markdown body, followed by a validation process.

What is the ORS skill validation process?▼

The ORS validation process ensures your created skill adheres to the required schema by running scripts/validate-skills.py, checking that your SKILL.md file meets all structural and metadata compliance rules.

How do I structure the YAML frontmatter for a research skill template?▼

Structuring YAML frontmatter for a research skill template requires defining metadata fields according to the ORS schema, which the creation guide helps you format correctly before generating the Markdown body.

Does the skill creation guide work for contributors extending the ORS library?▼

Yes, the skill creation guide is designed for new skill authors and contributors looking to extend the ORS library by providing a step-by-step process for schema-compliant file generation.

Why does my ORS skill fail schema validation?▼

Your ORS skill fails schema validation when the SKILL.md file does not adhere to the required ORS schema; use the provided validation script to identify and correct structural or metadata errors.