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Generate Claude Code skill skeletons with SKILL.md frontmatter and version.txt.

2|Updated Jan 12, 2026
Search Tags:#automation#templates#scaffold#skill#claude-code#generate#frontmatter
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/NimbleBrainInc/skills --skill skill-author-nimblebraininc
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: skill-author
Source: https://github.com/NimbleBrainInc/skills/tree/main/skill-author
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/NimbleBrainInc/skills --skill skill-author-nimblebraininc

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

The Skill Author automates production-grade Claude Code skill creation from natural language descriptions, removing manual boilerplate and ensuring consistent frontmatter, context references, and quality self-assessments.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Generate a complete SKILL.md frontmatter and version.txt from a plain description, including name, description, and metadata.
  • Integrate project context such as existing references, templates, and common triggers to accelerate skill creation.
  • Rapidly prototype new skills by producing ready-to-use skeletons that align with repository conventions.

Quick Start

Provide a natural language description of the skill you want (e.g., "build me a skill that reviews PRs for security issues"). The Skill Author will return a ready-to-use skill skeleton including SKILL.md frontmatter and version.txt.

Frequently Asked Questions about skill-author

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I generate a Claude Code skill from a natural language description?▼

To generate a Claude Code skill, provide a plain text description of your desired functionality. The tool outputs a production-grade skill skeleton, including a valid SKILL.md with frontmatter and a version.txt file.

What is the best way to scaffold frontmatter and metadata for a new Claude Code skill?▼

Scaffolding frontmatter and metadata requires defining the skill name, description, and versioning rules. This automation tool structures that metadata consistently from natural language inputs to ensure repository convention alignment.

Can I integrate existing templates and references when creating Claude Code skills?▼

Yes, you can integrate existing templates, references, and assets. The generation process pulls context directly from scripts, references, and assets directories to accelerate skill creation and prototyping.

Do I need to manually write versioning files when prototyping Claude Code skills?▼

No, manual versioning files are not needed. The skill generation process automatically produces a version.txt file alongside the SKILL.md frontmatter to ensure proper version tracking during rapid iteration.

Why does my generated Claude Code skill need context references?▼

Context references are needed to provide the Claude Code skill with relevant project background. Integrating these references ensures the generated skill aligns with existing repository conventions and operates with the correct environmental triggers.

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