skill-generator

Generate standardized skill scaffolds with SKILL.md frontmatter and resource directories.

1|Updated Mar 31, 2026

Search Tags:#automation #scaffold #conventions #skill #generate #frontmatter #dev-tools

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npx skills add https://github.com/ImBIOS/swarm-tools --skill skill-generator-imbios

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Skill: skill-generator
Source: https://github.com/ImBIOS/swarm-tools/tree/main/packages/opencode-swarm-plugin/global-skills/skill-generator
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/ImBIOS/swarm-tools --skill skill-generator-imbios

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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

What problem does it solve?

Automates the creation of standardized skill scaffolds to prevent format drift and ensure consistent metadata and structure.

Core Features & Use Cases

Generates SKILL.md with proper frontmatter, including name and description
Creates scripts/, references/, and assets/ directories populated with placeholders
Enforces naming conventions and directory structure for consistent skill scaffolds
Real-world use: rapidly spin up a fully-formed skill scaffold from a single command

Quick Start

Run the scaffold script with the desired skill name and an optional target directory to emit a ready-to-edit skill package.

Frequently Asked Questions about skill-generator

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

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How do I automate skill scaffolding to enforce directory structure and frontmatter conventions?▼

Automate skill scaffolding using a generator that creates standardized directories and frontmatter, enforcing naming conventions to prevent format drift and ensure consistent metadata across new skills.

What is the best way to generate a standardized skill scaffold with bundled resources?▼

Generate a standardized skill scaffold by running a script that creates SKILL.md with required frontmatter and populates scripts, references, and assets directories with placeholders for bundled resources.

Can I rapidly spin up a ready-to-edit skill package from a single command?▼

Yes, rapidly spin up a ready-to-edit skill package from a single command by executing the scaffold script with a desired skill name and an optional target directory to emit the fully-formed structure.

Does the skill generator include placeholders for scripts, references, and assets directories?▼

Yes, the skill generator includes placeholders by creating and populating the scripts, references, and assets directories to ensure proper structure and optional resources are bundled within the package.

Why should I use a skill generator instead of manually creating SKILL.md and directories?▼

Use a skill generator instead of manual creation to prevent format drift, enforce directory structure automatically, and ensure required frontmatter fields and bundled resources are consistently included.

What frontmatter fields are enforced when auto-scaffolding new swarm skills?▼

When auto-scaffolding new swarm skills, the generator enforces required frontmatter fields including the skill name and description, conforming to the specific metadata standards needed for swarm tools.