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skill-development

Create and maintain Claude Code skills with standardized SKILL.md structure.

4|Updated Jan 29, 2026
Search Tags:#templates#documentation#best-practices#skill-development#claude-code#plugin-workflow
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/danmestas/wardrobe --skill skill-development-danmestas
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: skill-development
Source: https://github.com/danmestas/wardrobe/tree/main/skills/skill-development
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/danmestas/wardrobe --skill skill-development-danmestas

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This skill provides a comprehensive, standardized approach to creating, organizing, and validating Claude Code plugin skills. It guides teams to structure SKILL.md frontmatter, define triggers, and plan bundled resources so skills load efficiently and remain maintainable.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Defines a lean SKILL.md blueprint with required frontmatter (name, description) and a clear Markdown body.
  • Encourages progressive disclosure by moving detailed patterns, migration guides, and API references into references/ and examples into examples/.
  • Supports plugin development workflows by outlining how to organize scripts/, references/, and assets/ for deterministic tasks, documentation, and output resources.
  • Serves as a practical template for skill creation, validation, and iteration in Claude Code plugin ecosystems.

Quick Start

Create a new skill folder under skills, draft a lean SKILL.md with frontmatter for name and description, and outline core workflow instructions in the body.

Frequently Asked Questions about skill-development

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I create a Claude Code skill with a standardized structure?▼

To create a Claude Code skill, draft a lean SKILL.md file with required frontmatter for name and description, then outline core workflow instructions in the body. Use a standardized structure to ensure consistent discovery and safe operation.

What is progressive disclosure in plugin development?▼

Progressive disclosure in plugin development moves detailed patterns, migration guides, and API references into dedicated references and assets directories. This optimizes context loading by keeping the main SKILL.md lean.

How do I validate frontmatter and triggers for Claude Code skills?▼

Validating frontmatter and triggers involves checking that required fields like name and description exist in the SKILL.md header. This ensures consistent skill discovery and safe operation within the plugin ecosystem.

Does Claude Code plugin workflow support organizing scripts and assets directories?▼

Yes, Claude Code plugin workflows support organizing scripts, references, and assets directories. This structure separates deterministic tasks, documentation, and output resources for maintainable skill development.

What is the best way to organize documentation and examples in a plugin?▼

The best way to organize documentation and examples is moving API references into references directories and examples into examples directories. This progressive disclosure approach optimizes context loading and maintainability.

When do I need to move detailed patterns into a references directory?▼

Move detailed patterns into a references directory when they would otherwise bloat the main SKILL.md file. This progressive disclosure technique optimizes context loading while keeping detailed documentation accessible.

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