skill-authoring

To create a Claude Code skill, you need to set up a dedicated skill directory and populate a SKILL.md file with the correct YAML frontmatter and structure. This skill provides a structured template to guide you through the entire development process step by step.

A SKILL.md file requires specific YAML frontmatter and a structured layout to ensure discoverability and maintainability. This skill details the essential anatomy, naming conventions, and safety policies required for building robust Claude Code capabilities.

Best practices for Claude skill development involve adhering to strict directory structures, YAML frontmatter requirements, and safety policies. This skill enforces these standards to ensure your new capabilities are consistent, safe, and easily discoverable.

No specific dependencies are required to build Claude skills using this framework. You only need to follow the provided structured template and validation criteria to generate the correct directory structure and SKILL.md file.

Yes, you can use the provided validation criteria and best practices to evaluate existing skills. This framework outlines the essential SKILL.md anatomy and YAML frontmatter requirements needed to ensure your skills remain maintainable and discoverable.

You should build a new skill when you need to add a custom capability to Claude Code that existing tools cannot provide. This framework ensures your new skill is built correctly from the start, adhering to all necessary safety and structural guidelines.