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skill-creator

Create or update Claude skills with validated SKILL.md frontmatter and bundled resources.

Updated Jan 25, 2026
Search Tags:#validation#Claude#scaffolding#yaml#frontmatter#skill-creation#bundled-resources
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/z4nr34l/agent-setup --skill skill-creator-z4nr34l
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: skill-creator
Source: https://github.com/z4nr34l/agent-setup/tree/main/shared/skills/skill-creator
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/z4nr34l/agent-setup --skill skill-creator-z4nr34l

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill standardizes the creation and curation of Claude Skills, ensuring consistent frontmatter, documentation structure, and resource layout so new skills can be produced reliably.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Enforces a mandatory SKILL.md frontmatter with name and description for discovery.
  • Encourages organized bundled resources (scripts, references, assets) to support reproducible workflows.
  • Provides a structured blueprint for skill scaffolding and validation before packaging.

Quick Start

Use the Skill Creator guide to scaffold a new skill skeleton (name, frontmatter, and example resources) and run initial validation.

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 Claude skill with the correct SKILL.md frontmatter?▼

To scaffold a Claude skill, you generate a project skeleton containing a SKILL.md file with mandatory name and description frontmatter, a Markdown body, and organized bundled resources to ensure proper structure before packaging.

What is the required structure for Claude skill creation and validation?▼

Claude skill creation requires a modular unit containing a SKILL.md file with mandatory name and description frontmatter, a Markdown body, and bundled resources like scripts or references, which are then checked by validation tooling before packaging.

Does Claude skill validation require specific frontmatter fields?▼

Yes, Claude skill validation enforces the presence of name and description fields within the YAML frontmatter of your SKILL.md file to ensure the skill is properly structured and discoverable before packaging.

Can I bundle scripts and references when creating a Claude skill?▼

Yes, you can bundle scripts, references, and assets within your Claude skill directory. Organizing these bundled resources alongside your SKILL.md supports reproducible workflows and modular skill design.

What's the best way to organize bundled resources for a Claude skill?▼

The best way to organize bundled resources is to group scripts, references, and assets logically within the skill directory. This structured layout supports reproducible workflows and passes validation checks before packaging.

Why does my Claude skill fail validation before packaging?▼

Claude skill validation fails when the SKILL.md file lacks the mandatory name and description frontmatter fields. Ensuring these YAML fields are present and correctly formatted resolves the structural validation errors.

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