skill-creator

Generate a skeleton directory and SKILL.md with frontmatter and workflow sections.

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

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Creates a repeatable scaffold for new AgentSkills by standardizing structure, frontmatter, and packaging.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Provides a standardized skeleton for new skills including SKILL.md frontmatter and workflow sections.
  • Encourages consistent documentation of prerequisites, workflows, templates, and assets.
  • Guides packaging and testing steps to ensure new skills integrate smoothly with the agent.

Quick Start

Create a new skill directory under skills/{skill-name}, add an SKILL.md, and fill in the template with sections for usage and workflows.

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 agent skill with the correct SKILL.md frontmatter and directory structure?

To create a new agent skill, generate the skeleton directory and SKILL.md file, then fill in the frontmatter and workflow sections to ensure the skill adheres to repository conventions for quick activation and reuse.

What is the standard structure needed to package and document agent skills?

The standard structure for agent skills requires a dedicated skill directory, a SKILL.md file with frontmatter, and workflow sections that document prerequisites, templates, and assets to guide packaging and testing steps.

How do I standardize skill creation scaffolding so new skills integrate smoothly?

Standardize skill creation scaffolding by using a template that generates a skeleton directory with standardized SKILL.md frontmatter and workflow sections, ensuring new skills integrate smoothly with the agent through consistent documentation.

Can I use scripts to update existing agent skills and their documentation?

Yes, you can use scripts to create or update agent skills by modifying the existing SKILL.md frontmatter and workflow sections, applying standardized scaffolding to maintain repository conventions across updates.

Do I need to manually add prerequisites and templates when scaffolding agent skills?

While the scaffold provides the skeleton, you must manually document prerequisites, templates, and assets in the generated SKILL.md workflow sections to ensure the agent skills package correctly and function as intended.