skill-creator

Guide creation and updates of IonClaw skills with SKILL.md structure and YAML frontmatter.

80|19|Updated Mar 9, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/ionclaw-org/ionclaw --skill skill-creator-ionclaw-org
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: skill-creator
Source: https://github.com/ionclaw-org/ionclaw/tree/main/main/resources/skills/skill-creator
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/ionclaw-org/ionclaw --skill skill-creator-ionclaw-org

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill provides a comprehensive guide and framework for creating, updating, and understanding IonClaw skills, ensuring efficient and effective AI agent capabilities.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Skill Creation Guidance: Learn the structure, frontmatter, and best practices for developing new skills.
  • Resource Management: Understand when and how to use bundled scripts, references, and assets.
  • Use Case: You have a new workflow you want your AI agent to perform. Use this Skill to learn how to package that workflow into a reusable skill, defining its triggers, actions, and any necessary supporting files.

Quick Start

Use the skill-creator to learn how to define a new skill's name and description in its SKILL.md file.

Frequently Asked Questions about skill-creator

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I create an AI agent skill from a new workflow automation?

To create an AI agent skill, you package the workflow into a SKILL.md file, define its YAML frontmatter for triggers and descriptions, and bundle any necessary scripts or references.

What is a SKILL.md file and how does it define AI agent capabilities?

A SKILL.md file defines AI agent capabilities by detailing the skill's structure, YAML frontmatter requirements, and the strategic use of bundled resources like scripts and assets.

When should I bundle scripts and references when building AI skills?

Bundle scripts and references when building AI skills to support progressive disclosure, ensuring the AI agent has access to necessary workflow logic and documentation only when required.

What is the tools-first principle for developer guide skill creation?

The tools-first principle for skill creation emphasizes defining the specific actions and tools the AI agent uses before writing the procedural instructions, ensuring efficient skill development.

Do I need specific dependencies to build and update IonClaw skills?

You do not need specific external dependencies to build and update IonClaw skills, as the framework relies on defining internal SKILL.md files and bundling existing workflow resources.

How do I update an existing workflow automation skill without breaking its triggers?

To update a workflow automation skill, you modify its SKILL.md file and bundled resources while maintaining the original YAML frontmatter triggers to ensure continuous AI agent compatibility.