skill-creator

Packages custom Octos agent skills with standardized metadata and optional tooling.

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Search Tags:#tooling #extension #modularity #frontmatter #skill-creation #skill-packaging

Ready to run

npx skills add https://github.com/octos-org/octos --skill skill-creator-octos-org

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Skill: skill-creator
Source: https://github.com/octos-org/octos/tree/main/crates/octos-agent/skills/skill-creator
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/octos-org/octos --skill skill-creator-octos-org

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Standardizes how skills are authored, packaged, and loaded by the Octos agent, reducing integration friction and enabling repeatable deployments.

Core Features & Use Cases

Defines a consistent SKILL.md frontmatter (name, description, version, author) for discoverability.
Supports optional tooling integration via manifest.json, Cargo.toml, or package.json.
Supports optional directories for scripts, references, and assets to enrich and extend skills.
Provides clear guidance for publishing to the registry and loading in the agent.

Quick Start

Create a new folder named my-skill, place a SKILL.md in it with the required frontmatter, and begin writing the agent instructions.

Frequently Asked Questions about skill-creator

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

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How do I package custom agent skills for deployment?▼

To package custom agent skills, create a folder with a SKILL.md file containing required frontmatter like name and description. You can then add optional manifests and directories for scripts, references, and assets to ensure consistent loading.

What is the required format for skill frontmatter in SKILL.md?▼

Skill frontmatter requires a defined name and description to ensure discoverability. Version and author fields are also included in the frontmatter to standardize how skills are authored and loaded by the agent.

Can I include external tooling and scripts when building modular skills?▼

Yes, you can include external tooling when building modular skills by adding a manifest.json, Cargo.toml, or package.json file. Optional directories for scripts, references, and assets can also be used to enrich the module.

What is the best way to distribute custom skill modules to the Octos agent?▼

The best way to distribute custom skill modules is to package them with enforced frontmatter and optional tool manifests, then follow the provided guidance for publishing to the registry and loading the module in the Octos agent.

Why does my agent skill fail to load during deployment?▼

Agent skill loading may fail if the SKILL.md file does not enforce the required frontmatter-defined name and description. Ensuring consistent discovery requires strict adherence to this modular packaging structure.

Do I need to define a manifest.json to extend agent skills with tooling?▼

You do not need a manifest.json to extend agent skills, as tooling integration is optional. However, providing a manifest.json, Cargo.toml, or package.json enables explicit tooling support for deployment.