skill-creator

Scaffold new skills with directory structure, frontmatter, and registry validation.

Updated May 17, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/tiankong0101-byte/skills-registry --skill skill-creator-tiankong0101-byte
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: skill-creator
Source: https://github.com/tiankong0101-byte/skills-registry/tree/main/skills/skill-creator
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/tiankong0101-byte/skills-registry --skill skill-creator-tiankong0101-byte

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill removes the friction of starting a new skill by helping you create the required directory structure, metadata, and validation checks in a consistent registry format.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Skill Scaffolding: Generate a new skill folder with the expected files and metadata fields.
  • Metadata Generation: Produce valid skill frontmatter and supporting configuration for discovery.
  • Structure Validation: Check an existing skill against registry standards before publishing or syncing.
  • Use Case: A developer can quickly bootstrap a new agent capability without manually copying templates or missing required fields.

Quick Start

Use the skill-creator skill to scaffold a new skill named my-skill with a short description and emoji.

Frequently Asked Questions about skill-creator

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I scaffold a new skill with the correct directory structure and metadata?

To scaffold a new skill, use this tool to automatically generate the required directory structure, metadata frontmatter, and configuration files for registry discovery. It handles directory bootstrapping and trigger management deterministically.

What is skill metadata validation and why is it needed before syncing to a registry?

Skill metadata validation checks your existing skill files against registry standards to ensure required frontmatter and configuration fields are present. This prevents sync failures and ensures proper discovery before publishing.

Can I bootstrap a new agent capability without manually copying templates or external dependencies?

Yes, you can bootstrap a new agent capability without manual templates or external dependencies. The skill scaffolding process inherently requires no dependencies and generates all necessary files deterministically.

What's the best way to generate valid frontmatter for skill discovery?

The best way to generate valid frontmatter is using an automated scaffolding process that produces metadata fields matching registry standards. This ensures deterministic setup and valid configuration for skill discovery.

Does skill scaffolding work without installing any external dependencies?

Skill scaffolding works entirely without external dependencies. It supports deterministic setup of skill files, directory bootstrapping, and frontmatter generation natively for registry synchronization.

Why does my skill fail validation when syncing to the registry?

Skill validation often fails when required metadata frontmatter or configuration fields are missing or incorrectly formatted. Running a structure validation check against registry standards before publishing identifies these exact discrepancies.