skill-creation

Validate SKILL.md frontmatter and analyze safety risks for Agent Skills.

9|Updated Aug 8, 2023
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/anhvth/speedy_utils --skill skill-creation-anhvth
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: skill-creation
Source: https://github.com/anhvth/speedy_utils/tree/main/.github/skills/skill-creation
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/anhvth/speedy_utils --skill skill-creation-anhvth

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This guide provides a structured blueprint for creating self-contained Agent Skills with validated frontmatter, bundled assets, and consistent templates. It helps teams reduce setup time, enforce quality, and streamline onboarding for contributors.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Frontmatter validation: ensures required fields like name and description exist, match the folder name, and respect length constraints.
  • Bundled assets support: supports optional scripts/, references/, and assets/ directories to accompany the skill with code, data, and docs.
  • Standardized workflow: offers a repeatable process for creation, validation, bundling, and distribution of skills.
  • Collaboration-friendly templates: includes scaffold SKILL.md and asset structures to accelerate skill development.

Quick Start

Create a new folder under skills/ with a valid SKILL.md frontmatter and optional assets, then follow the guidelines to ensure structure and validation.

Frequently Asked Questions about skill-creation

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I create reusable agent skills with validated frontmatter?

To create reusable agent skills, you create a new folder under skills/ with a SKILL.md file containing required frontmatter fields like name and description, then bundle optional assets. This enforces structure and validates constraints for consistent distribution.

What is frontmatter validation for agent skills and why is it needed?

Frontmatter validation for agent skills ensures required fields like name and description exist, match the folder name, and respect length constraints. This standardization reduces setup time, enforces quality, and streamlines onboarding for team contributors.

Can I bundle scripts and reference assets when building agent skills?

Yes, you can bundle scripts, references, and assets when building agent skills by including optional scripts/, references/, and assets/ directories alongside your SKILL.md file. This creates self-contained units with code, data, and documentation.

Does this skill creation guide detect dependencies and safety risks?

Yes, the skill creation guide detects and records dependencies and components within your project structure. It also analyzes safety risks by scanning for toxic content, ensuring your bundled agent skills remain secure and compliant.

What is the best way to standardize agent skill templates across projects?

The best way to standardize agent skill templates across projects is using a structured blueprint with scaffold SKILL.md files and asset directories. This repeatable process enforces consistent frontmatter validation and bundled resources.