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Skill Builder

Generate Claude Code Skills with templates and YAML frontmatter.

1|Updated Feb 8, 2026
Search Tags:#developer tools#markdown#code generation#claude skills#yaml#skill builder
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/ricable/cli-skills-builder --skill skill-builder-ricable
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Skill: Skill Builder
Source: https://github.com/ricable/cli-skills-builder/tree/main/.claude/skills/temp/skill-builder
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/ricable/cli-skills-builder --skill skill-builder-ricable

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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

What problem does it solve?

This Skill streamlines the creation of Claude Code Skills, ensuring they adhere to the official specification with proper YAML frontmatter, progressive disclosure structure, and organized directory layouts.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Skill Generation: Creates production-ready Claude Code Skills from templates.
  • Specification Adherence: Guides users to include mandatory name and description fields in SKILL.md.
  • Directory Organization: Helps structure skills with optional scripts/, references/, and assets/ directories.
  • Use Case: When you need to develop a new custom skill for Claude, this tool will guide you through the entire process, from initial file creation to final validation, ensuring it's discoverable and functional.

Quick Start

Use the Skill Builder to create a new skill named 'my-new-skill'.

Frequently Asked Questions about Skill Builder

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I create a Claude Code Skill with the correct YAML frontmatter?▼

To create a Claude Code Skill, you must include mandatory name and description fields in the YAML frontmatter of your SKILL.md file. This Skill provides templates and guidance to ensure proper specification adherence and discoverability.

What is progressive disclosure when building Claude Skills?▼

Progressive disclosure is a structural approach for Claude Skills that organizes information hierarchically. This Skill guides you in implementing this structure, ensuring your skill remains functional and adheres to the official specification.

How do I structure directories for a custom Claude Skill?▼

You can structure custom Claude Skills using optional scripts, references, and assets directories alongside your SKILL.md file. This Skill helps generate basic, intermediate, and advanced directory layouts for organized skill development.

Do I need to write markdown manually to generate a Claude Code Skill?▼

You do not need to write markdown manually from scratch. This Skill facilitates code generation by providing production-ready templates, allowing you to build Claude Skills with confidence and proper validation.

What's the best way to validate a Claude Skill for discoverability?▼

The best way to validate a Claude Skill for discoverability is ensuring it adheres to the official specification with proper YAML frontmatter and organized directory layouts. This Skill guides you through final validation.

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