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Skill Builder

Create Claude Code Skills with structured YAML frontmatter and progressive disclosure.

Updated Jun 16, 2026
Search Tags:#skill development#workflow automation#Claude Code#YAML#skill structure
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/breakingcircuits1337/agent-skills --skill skill-builder-breakingcircuits1337
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: Skill Builder
Source: https://github.com/breakingcircuits1337/agent-skills/tree/main/Skill%20Builder
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/breakingcircuits1337/agent-skills --skill skill-builder-breakingcircuits1337

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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

What problem does it solve?

This Skill helps users create production-ready Claude Code Skills by guiding them through the process of defining YAML frontmatter, organizing directory structures, and writing clear instructions.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • YAML Frontmatter Creation: Ensures proper YAML formatting for skill discovery.
  • Directory Organization: Guides users in structuring skills with scripts, references, and assets.
  • Progressive Disclosure: Provides a 3-level architecture for skill instructions to optimize context loading.
  • Quick Start Guide: Offers step-by-step instructions for creating a basic skill.

Quick Start

To create your first skill, run the following commands:

mkdir -p ~/.claude/skills/my-first-skill
cat > ~/.claude/skills/my-first-skill/SKILL.md << 'EOF'
---
name: "My First Skill"
description: "Brief description of what this skill does and when Claude should use it."
---
EOF

Frequently Asked Questions about Skill Builder

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I create custom Claude Code skills with YAML?▼

To create custom Claude Code skills, you define structured YAML frontmatter for skill discovery, organize directories with scripts, references, and assets, and write clear instructions using progressive disclosure architecture.

What is progressive disclosure in Claude skill structure?▼

Progressive disclosure in Claude skill structure is a 3-level architecture for writing instructions that optimizes context loading, ensuring Claude processes only the necessary information for a specific workflow.

How do I format YAML frontmatter for Claude Code skill discovery?▼

YAML frontmatter for Claude Code skill discovery requires a name and a description field. The description should briefly state what the skill does and when Claude should use it to ensure proper workflow automation.

Can I use custom scripts and references in a Claude skill directory?▼

Yes, you can organize a Claude skill directory with custom scripts, references, and assets. Structuring these components correctly ensures the skill executes specific development workflows efficiently.

What is the best way to organize Claude Code skills for workflow automation?▼

The best way to organize Claude Code skills for workflow automation is using a structured directory layout with YAML frontmatter and a 3-level progressive disclosure architecture to optimize context loading.

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