skill-creator

Generate standardized SKILL.md files and example resource templates for new skills.

3|Updated Feb 5, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/roach88/compound-engineering --skill skill-creator-roach88
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: skill-creator
Source: https://github.com/roach88/compound-engineering/tree/main/skills/skill-creator
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/roach88/compound-engineering --skill skill-creator-roach88

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

Guides users in creating effective skills by generating a properly structured SKILL.md and example resource templates, reducing setup time and ensuring consistency.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Generates a standardized SKILL.md frontmatter and description to accelerate skill creation.
  • Creates starter resource directories (scripts/, references/, assets/) with example templates.
  • Validates structure and assists packaging during Skill development.

Quick Start

Initialize a new skill using the provided template and adjust SKILL.md to finalize the description and usage.

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 SKILL.md file for a new Claude skill?

To generate a SKILL.md file, use this skill creator to produce YAML frontmatter with required fields, enforce hyphen-case naming, and populate contextual descriptions automatically.

What is the correct directory structure for packaging modular skills?

The correct directory structure for packaging modular skills includes starter resource directories like scripts/, references/, and assets/, each initialized with example templates for deterministic workflows.

How do I validate skill structure before finalizing development?

To validate skill structure during development, this tool checks the generated SKILL.md frontmatter against required fields and verifies the correct initialization of resource directories and templates.

Do I need specific dependencies to create and package skills across any domain?

No specific dependencies are required to create and package skills across any domain; this self-contained tool initializes skill directories and supports validation workflows natively without external packages.

Can I use example resource templates for deterministic scripts in new skills?

Yes, you can use example resource templates for deterministic scripts; the skill creator initializes directories with these templates to ensure consistent asset packaging and contextual references.

What's the best way to enforce hyphen-case naming when initializing skill directories?

The best way to enforce hyphen-case naming when initializing skill directories is using this automated skill creator, which validates naming conventions directly within the generated YAML frontmatter.