skill-builder

Generates templated skill scaffolds including SKILL.md, scripts/, and data/ directories with validation hooks.

Updated Jan 6, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/jwynia/teach --skill skill-builder-jwynia
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
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Skill: skill-builder
Source: https://github.com/jwynia/teach/tree/main/.claude/skills/skill-builder
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/jwynia/teach --skill skill-builder-jwynia

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

Build and standardize the process of creating new agent skills by providing scaffolding, templates, and guidance that align with established skill patterns.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Scaffolding templates: Generate the SKILL.md, scripts/, and data/ skeletons for a new skill.
  • Frontmatter guidance: Ensure required metadata like name, description, license, type, and mode are present for consistent discovery.
  • State planning & integration: Outline diagnostic states and mapping to other skills to enable integration.
  • Validation scaffolding: Include scaffolding for validation scripts (e.g., validate-skill.ts) to check completeness and pattern conformance.

Quick Start

Scaffold a new skill with the scaffold tool and then customize the generated templates to your domain.

Frequently Asked Questions about skill-builder

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I scaffold a new agent skill with standardized templates?

Scaffolding a new agent skill involves generating standardized templates that create a complete directory structure with SKILL.md, scripts, and data folders for immediate customization and consistent discovery.

What frontmatter metadata is required for agent skill discovery?

Required frontmatter metadata for agent skill discovery includes name, description, license, type, and mode, ensuring the skill has consistent metadata for standardized validation and indexing across workflows.

Can I include validation scripts when generating skill templates?

Yes, skill scaffolding includes validation script structures like validate-skill.ts to check pattern conformance and completeness, ensuring the generated skill unit meets established diagnostic and utility skill standards.

Does skill scaffolding support integration mapping for cross-skill workflows?

Yes, skill scaffolding provides integration mapping for cross-skill workflows by outlining diagnostic states and mapping connections to other skills, enabling seamless automation across multiple skill units.

What is the best way to standardize diagnostic, generator, and utility skill structures?

Standardizing diagnostic, generator, and utility skill structures is best achieved by applying scaffolding templates that generate consistent SKILL.md frontmatter, state skeletons, and optional tool scripts across all skill types.