skill-forge

Generate and validate SKILL.md files with Anthropic conventions.

16|2|Updated Nov 9, 2025
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/maroffo/claude-forge --skill skill-forge-maroffo
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
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Skill: skill-forge
Source: https://github.com/maroffo/claude-forge/tree/main/skills/skill-forge
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/maroffo/claude-forge --skill skill-forge-maroffo

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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

What problem does it solve?

This Skill streamlines the process of creating new AI skills and improving existing ones, ensuring they adhere to best practices and conventions.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Skill Creation: Guides users through generating new SKILL.md files with proper structure, descriptions, and triggers.
  • Skill Review: Audits existing skills against a comprehensive checklist, providing scores and actionable feedback.
  • Use Case: A developer needs to create a new skill for summarizing meeting transcripts. They use /skill-forge create summarize-transcript to generate the initial SKILL.md and then refine it based on the template and validation checklist.

Quick Start

Use the skill-forge skill to create a new skill named 'translate-text'.

Frequently Asked Questions about skill-forge

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I create a Claude AI skill with proper structure and triggers?

To create an AI skill, you generate a `SKILL.md` file using a structured template that defines the skill's description, triggers, and progressive disclosure. This ensures your skill adheres to Anthropic's conventions and best practices.

What is the best way to review and improve an existing AI skill?

The best way to review an AI skill is to audit its `SKILL.md` file against a comprehensive validation checklist. This process scores the skill and provides actionable feedback to ensure it meets prompt engineering best practices.

What components should a valid SKILL.md file include for AI development?

A valid `SKILL.md` file should include a clear structure, accurate descriptions, defined triggers, and progressive disclosure. Adhering to these components ensures proper skill creation and functional AI development.

How does progressive disclosure work in Claude skill creation?

Progressive disclosure in skill creation structures the `SKILL.md` file to reveal complexity gradually. It ensures the AI receives necessary context and triggers efficiently without overwhelming the initial prompt engineering instructions.

Can I validate my prompt engineering conventions before deploying a skill?

Yes, you can validate prompt engineering conventions by running your skill through a review process. This audits the `SKILL.md` against a scoring checklist to confirm it meets required AI development standards.