skill-authoring

Validate skill frontmatter, directory naming, and SKILL.md compliance.

1|Updated Mar 26, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/euroconic/noter --skill skill-authoring-euroconic
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Skill: skill-authoring
Source: https://github.com/euroconic/noter/tree/main/skills/skill-authoring
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/euroconic/noter --skill skill-authoring-euroconic

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Governs creation, validation, and maintenance of all skills in this project to ensure consistency with the agentskills.io specification. It prevents vague or incorrect skills and coordinates naming, structure, and governance across the skill library.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Enforces mandatory SKILL.md presence, frontmatter validation, and directory naming conventions.
  • Audits existing skills for spec compliance and guides renaming/restructuring when needed.
  • Supports the onboarding of new skills by ensuring they start with a correct template and clear governance.

Quick Start

Create a new skill folder with a valid SKILL.md and run the audit to verify spec compliance.

Frequently Asked Questions about skill-authoring

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I validate skill frontmatter and directory naming conventions?

To validate skill frontmatter and directory naming, run an audit against the agentskills.io specification to enforce consistent structure and metadata across the repository. This process checks mandatory SKILL.md presence and naming rules.

What is agentskills.io specification compliance for skill management?

Agentskills.io specification compliance for skill management ensures consistent skill creation and governance by validating frontmatter, directory naming, and optional components. It prevents vague or incorrect skills from entering the library.

How do I audit existing skills for spec compliance and governance?

To audit existing skills for spec compliance and governance, apply validation checks to all skills under the skills/ directory. The audit identifies structural inconsistencies and guides renaming or restructuring when needed.

Do I need a SKILL.md file to onboard new skills into the repository?

Yes, you need a SKILL.md file to onboard new skills into the repository. Enforcing mandatory SKILL.md presence ensures new skills start with a correct template and clear governance from the beginning.

What metadata is returned when validating skill structure?

Validating skill structure returns structured metadata including name, description, compatibility, metadata, keywords, and toxicity assessment. This ensures the skill library maintains consistent specification standards.

Can I use skill-authoring to restructure incorrectly named skill directories?

Yes, you can use skill-authoring to restructure incorrectly named skill directories. The audit process checks for spec compliance and guides renaming or restructuring to ensure proper governance across the skill library.