skill-creator

Generate Claude Code skill skeletons with frontmatter and starter directories.

2|Updated Dec 20, 2020
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/buvis/home --skill skill-creator-buvis
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
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Skill: skill-creator
Source: https://github.com/buvis/home/tree/main/.claude/skills/create-skill
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/buvis/home --skill skill-creator-buvis

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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

What problem does it solve?

Streamlines the creation of Claude Code skills by providing a standard skeleton, frontmatter, and starter resources, reducing setup time and ensuring consistency.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Generates a ready-to-edit SKILL.md frontmatter and structured skill folder
  • Creates optional scripts/, references/, and assets/ scaffolds for rapid iteration
  • Includes a built-in validation workflow to catch naming or formatting issues early

Quick Start

Initialize a new skill scaffold with the Skill Creator and customize it for your project.

Frequently Asked Questions about skill-creator

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I generate a standardized Claude Code skill skeleton with frontmatter?

To generate a standardized Claude Code skill skeleton, use the skill-creator to produce a ready-to-edit SKILL.md with required frontmatter and structured starter directories. It automatically enforces naming conventions and creates optional scripts/, references/, and assets/ scaffolds for rapid iteration.

What is the best way to validate skill directory layout and frontmatter formatting?

The best way to validate skill directory layout and frontmatter formatting is to run the built-in validator script. This validation workflow checks your skill structure to catch naming or formatting issues early, ensuring your Claude Code skills conform to required conventions before deployment.

Can I use skill-creator to scaffold optional directories like scripts and references?

Yes, you can use skill-creator to scaffold optional scripts/, references/, and assets/ directories. It generates these starter resources alongside the main SKILL.md file, allowing you to organize automation scripts and reference materials within a clean, standardized skill folder structure.

Do I need pyyaml installed to create and validate skill structures?

Yes, pyyaml is a required dependency to create and validate skill structures. The validator script uses pyyaml to parse and check the frontmatter formatting in your SKILL.md file, ensuring the YAML metadata meets the required naming conventions and structural specifications.

Why does my new skill fail the validation checks on naming conventions?

Your new skill fails validation checks when the skill directory layout or frontmatter does not adhere to enforced naming conventions. The built-in validator script catches these formatting issues early, requiring you to adjust the SKILL.md metadata and folder names to match the standard skeleton structure.