skill-dependency-mapper

Parse SKILL.md metadata to map skill dependencies and recommend stacks.

49|7|Updated Oct 18, 2025
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/Exploration-labs/Nates-Substack-Skills --skill skill-dependency-mapper
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Skill: skill-dependency-mapper
Source: https://github.com/Exploration-labs/Nates-Substack-Skills/tree/main/skill-dependency-mapper
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/Exploration-labs/Nates-Substack-Skills --skill skill-dependency-mapper

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill requires pyyaml, and includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill analyzes the skill ecosystem to visualize dependencies, identify workflow bottlenecks, and recommend optimal skill stacks for tasks.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Scan and map skills to extract dependencies, formats, and domains
  • Detect bottlenecks and conflicting approaches
  • Generate dependency maps and recommended stacks
  • Custom queries and reporting for planning skill upgrades

Quick Start

Run the analysis scripts to produce a dependency map and stack recommendations for your current Skill catalog.

Frequently Asked Questions about skill-dependency-mapper

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

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How do I analyze skill dependencies to identify workflow bottlenecks?

Dependency mapping analyzes skill relationships to detect bottlenecks where multiple skills converge or conflict. Run the analysis scripts on your skill catalog to visualize dependencies, identify critical paths, and pinpoint workflow constraints that limit optimization.

What's the best way to build optimal skill stacks for specific tasks?

The mapper extracts skill domains, formats, and complexity from SKILL.md metadata, computes relationship strengths, and recommends stacks tailored to your task requirements. It surfaces which skills work together effectively and which combinations deliver the strongest outcomes.

Can I use this to visualize my entire AI capability ecosystem?

Yes. The Skill scans and maps all skills in your catalog, extracting tools, formats, domains, and bundled resources to produce a comprehensive dependency map. You gain visibility into how capabilities interconnect across your ecosystem.

How does dependency mapping work with YAML-based skill definitions?

The Skill parses SKILL.md frontmatter and bodies using PyYAML to extract metadata, then computes relationship strengths and bottlenecks from the structured data. This structured approach ensures accurate mapping of skill relationships and dependencies.

What can I do with the dependency map once it's generated?

Generate custom queries, produce stack recommendations, and create reports for planning skill upgrades. Use the map to guide which capabilities to develop, retire, or enhance based on workflow bottlenecks and interconnection patterns.

Do I need to manually define skill relationships, or does the mapper extract them automatically?

The mapper automatically extracts relationships by parsing skill metadata for tools, formats, domains, and complexity. It computes relationship strengths without manual intervention, reducing setup time and ensuring consistent analysis across your skill catalog.