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skill-creator

Create or update Codex skills with SKILL.md and openai.yaml templates.

5|1|Updated Jun 7, 2020
Search Tags:#automation#templates#codex#SKILL.md#skill-creator#openai.yaml
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/mseok/dot --skill skill-creator-mseok
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: skill-creator
Source: https://github.com/mseok/dot/tree/main/ai/codex/skills/.system/skill-creator
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/mseok/dot --skill skill-creator-mseok

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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

What problem does it solve?

This guide helps users create or update skills that extend Codex with specialized knowledge, workflows, or tool integrations.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Provides templates and a structured workflow for skill creation and updates.
  • Demonstrates how to scaffold SKILL.md, agents/openai.yaml, and optional resources (scripts/references/assets).
  • Includes validation and tooling to maintain consistency across skills.

Quick Start

Run the Skill Initializer to scaffold a new skill directory with a starter SKILL.md and resources.

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 Codex skill to extend automation workflows?▼

To create a Codex skill, run the Skill Initializer to scaffold a new directory with a starter SKILL.md and optional scripts or references. This enforces a structured template and validates frontmatter for skill discovery.

What is the structure required for a Codex skill?▼

A Codex skill requires a SKILL.md file for specialized knowledge and an openai.yaml configuration for UI metadata. It can also include optional scripts, references, and assets directories for tool integrations.

Does the skill creation process require any dependencies?▼

Yes, the skill creation process requires the pyyaml dependency to parse and validate configuration files. This ensures the generated openai.yaml and frontmatter metadata maintain consistency across skills.

What's the best way to update an existing Codex skill?▼

The best way to update an existing Codex skill is using the provided templates and tooling to modify SKILL.md and resources. The system validates frontmatter and maintains consistency across skill updates.

Can I generate the openai.yaml file automatically when scaffolding a skill?▼

Yes, the skill creation workflow provides automation for generating the openai.yaml file and starter resources. This ensures correct UI metadata configuration for skill discovery upon initialization.

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