skill-creator

Create Claude Code skills with a 6-step protocol and templates.

Updated Aug 23, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/sidsarasvati/dotfiles --skill skill-creator-sidsarasvati
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Skill: skill-creator
Source: https://github.com/sidsarasvati/dotfiles/tree/main/claude/skills/skill-creator
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/sidsarasvati/dotfiles --skill skill-creator-sidsarasvati

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill automates the process of creating Claude Code Skills. It encodes a complete 6-step creation protocol, embeds Anthropic guidance, provides working templates and examples, and eliminates the need to fetch external documentation.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • 6-step creation protocol guiding from detection to verification for any new skill.
  • Embedded Anthropic documentation and best practices with templates.
  • Ready-to-use examples and templates for rapid skill construction.
  • Auto-activation for phrases like "create a skill", "build a skill", "make this into a skill".
  • Debugging activation issues and following design patterns.

Quick Start

Create a new Claude Code skill named 'my-skill' using the 6-step protocol.

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 Claude Code skill from scratch?

Use the 6-step creation protocol embedded in this Skill: detect the need, define scope, structure the SKILL.md with YAML frontmatter, embed templates and examples, configure auto-activation triggers, and verify the final output. The protocol guides you from concept to a deployable, self-contained skill.

What should a SKILL.md file contain?

A SKILL.md requires YAML frontmatter for metadata, progressive-disclosure references for guidance, working examples demonstrating the skill's behavior, and reusable templates for common patterns. This structure ensures the skill is portable, repeatable, and scales across deployments.

Can I automate skill creation for specific phrases?

Yes. Auto-activation lets you trigger skill creation workflows with phrases like 'create a skill', 'build a skill', or 'make this into a skill'. The Skill detects these triggers and applies the 6-step protocol automatically to package your expertise into a portable skill.

How do I convert existing documentation into a Claude Code skill?

Extract relevant sections from your CLAUDE.md or project documentation, apply the Skill's templates to structure the content, embed working examples, configure auto-activation for domain-specific phrases, and validate the final SKILL.md. This converts static docs into executable, repeatable skills.

What makes a skill design follow best practices?

This Skill encodes Anthropic guidance on skill structure: clear scope definition, self-contained YAML metadata, progressive-disclosure references that guide without overwhelming, concrete working examples, and templated patterns for repeatability. Following these principles ensures your skill is maintainable and scales reliably.

Do I need external documentation to create a skill?

No. This Skill embeds the complete 6-step creation protocol and Anthropic best practices directly, eliminating the need to fetch external guidance. You get templates, examples, and design patterns in one place to build skills independently.