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Skill Builder

Generate Claude Code Skills with YAML frontmatter and progressive disclosure structure.

Updated Aug 23, 2026
Search Tags:#skill development#developer tools#templates#code generation#claude skills#ai agent
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/FreakyLetsFail/open-finance --skill skill-builder-freakyletsfail
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Skill: Skill Builder
Source: https://github.com/FreakyLetsFail/open-finance/tree/main/.claude/skills/skill-builder
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/FreakyLetsFail/open-finance --skill skill-builder-freakyletsfail

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) and resources (resource) and docs (resource) components.

What problem does it solves? This Skill simplifies the complex process of creating new Claude Code Skills by automating the setup of YAML frontmatter, progressive disclosure architecture, and the complete file/folder structure. It ensures your custom skills are discoverable and usable by Claude.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Production-Ready Templates: Generates skill templates with proper YAML frontmatter (name, description).
  • Progressive Disclosure: Structures skill content across multiple levels to optimize context usage.
  • Complete Directory Organization: Sets up optional scripts/, resources/, and docs/ directories for a full-featured skill.
  • Use Case: Imagine you have a unique internal tool or a specific workflow you want Claude to automate. Use this Skill to generate a new Skill template, guiding you through defining its purpose, quick start, and detailed instructions, ensuring it's discoverable and usable by Claude across all platforms.

Quick Start

Create a new skill directory 'my-first-skill' and generate a basic 'SKILL.md' file with proper YAML frontmatter.

Frequently Asked Questions about Skill Builder

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

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How do I create a Claude Skill with proper YAML frontmatter and file structure?▼

Skill Builder automates Claude Skill creation by generating production-ready templates with required YAML frontmatter (name, description) and organizing files into skill directories at ~/.claude/skills with optional scripts, resources, and docs folders for full discoverability.

What is progressive disclosure in Claude Skill design and why does it matter?▼

Progressive disclosure structures skill content across multiple levels to optimize context usage, letting Claude present essential information first and detailed instructions later, reducing token overhead while maintaining full functionality across Claude Code, AI, SDK, and API integrations.

Can I use Skill Builder to template internal tools and workflow automation?▼

Yes, Skill Builder supports templating unique internal tools and custom workflows by generating skeleton skills with proper directory organization and YAML structure, making them discoverable and usable by Claude across all platforms without manual setup.

What files and directories does a production-ready Claude Skill need?▼

A production-ready Claude Skill requires top-level YAML frontmatter fields (name, description) and optional supporting directories: scripts for automation logic, resources for assets, and docs for detailed guidance, all organized under ~/.claude/skills.

How does Skill Builder ensure my custom skills are discoverable by Claude?▼

Skill Builder enforces discoverable skill structure by placing skills in ~/.claude/skills, requiring name and description YAML fields, and organizing supporting materials into standardized components, enabling autonomous discovery across Claude Code, AI, SDK, and API environments.

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