skill-creator

Generate SKILL.md frontmatter and starter resource directories for new Claude Skills.

Updated Jan 31, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/v2vv/agent-skills --skill skill-creator-v2vv
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
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Skill: skill-creator
Source: https://github.com/v2vv/agent-skills/tree/main/skill-creator
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/v2vv/agent-skills --skill skill-creator-v2vv

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill helps teams create new Claude Skills quickly by providing templates, scaffolding, and best-practice guidance for structure, frontmatter, and optional bundled resources.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Provides a ready-to-edit SKILL.md frontmatter template with required fields (name and description) and a clear body structure for skill content.
  • Generates starter resource directories (scripts/, references/, assets/) and example files to bootstrap Skill development.
  • Useful for teams wishing to standardize Skill design, accelerate onboarding, and ensure consistent packaging and distribution.

Quick Start

Run the skill initializer to create a new skill directory, then customize SKILL.md and the bundled resources. Example: python scripts/init_skill.py my-new-skill --path skills/public

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 Claude Skill from scratch?

To create a new Claude Skill, run the skill initializer script to generate a new directory with a ready-to-edit SKILL.md template, then customize the frontmatter and bundled resources like scripts and references.

What is the required structure for a SKILL.md file?

A SKILL.md file requires frontmatter fields for name and description. The skill scaffolding process enforces these required fields and provides a clear body structure template for the skill content.

What directories should I include when scaffolding a new skill?

When scaffolding a new skill, you should include optional modular directories for scripts/, references/, and assets/ to guide implementation and bundle supporting resources.

How do I standardize skill creation across a development team?

Standardize skill creation across a team by using a scaffolding template that enforces consistent frontmatter fields, modular resource directories, and best-practice structure for packaging and distribution.

Can I initialize a skill at a specific custom path?

Yes, you can initialize a skill at a specific custom path by running the initializer script with a path flag, such as python scripts/init_skill.py my-new-skill --path skills/public.

What is the best way to bootstrap skill development with example resources?

The best way to bootstrap skill development is using a scaffolding tool that generates starter resource directories and includes example files to jump-start the implementation process quickly.