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skill-creator

Create and update Claude Skills with standardized templates and packaging workflows.

Updated Mar 19, 2026
Search Tags:#workflow#templates#packaging#initialization#frontmatter#skill-creation
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/drdanmaggs/rocket-fuel --skill skill-creator-drdanmaggs
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: skill-creator
Source: https://github.com/drdanmaggs/rocket-fuel/tree/main/internal/plugin/skills/skill-creator
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/drdanmaggs/rocket-fuel --skill skill-creator-drdanmaggs

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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

What problem does it solve?

The Skill Creator provides a standardized, repeatable way to create and update Claude Skills, ensuring consistent structure, metadata, and starter resources across teams.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Templates for SKILL.md frontmatter and initial structure to accelerate skill creation.
  • Example resources in scripts/, references/, and assets/ to illustrate structure and enable rapid customization.
  • Guidance for progressive disclosure, validation, packaging, and deployment to ensure skills are production-ready.

Quick Start

Run the initializer to scaffold a new skill and customize the provided templates.

Frequently Asked Questions about skill-creator

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I create a new Claude skill with proper frontmatter and structure?▼

To create a Claude skill, run the Skill Creator initializer to scaffold a new project using standardized SKILL.md frontmatter templates, then customize the generated scripts, references, and assets directories to fit your workflow.

What is progressive disclosure in skill creation and when should I apply it?▼

Progressive disclosure is a guideline for structuring Claude skills so information is revealed incrementally as needed. Skill Creator enforces this practice during skill creation to keep skills production-ready and avoid overwhelming users with unnecessary detail.

Can I update an existing Claude skill without rebuilding its structure from scratch?▼

Yes, Skill Creator supports updating existing skills by validating frontmatter, refining progressive disclosure guidelines, and applying safe packaging and deployment practices without requiring a full re-scaffold of the project structure.

Do I need pyyaml installed to use the Skill Creator workflow?▼

Yes, pyyaml is a required dependency for the Skill Creator workflow. It is used to parse and validate the YAML frontmatter embedded in SKILL.md files during skill creation and updates.

What's the best way to package and deploy a Claude skill for production use?▼

The best way to package a Claude skill is to follow the Skill Creator's built-in packaging workflows, which enforce frontmatter validation and safe deployment practices to ensure your skill is structured and ready for production environments.

Why does my Claude skill fail frontmatter validation during initialization?▼

Frontmatter validation fails during skill initialization when the SKILL.md metadata does not conform to the standardized template structure. Skill Creator enforces strict frontmatter rules to maintain consistent metadata and structure across all created skills.

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