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skill-maker

Create standardized Skill units with YAML frontmatter and Markdown bodies.

12|2|Updated Mar 11, 2026
Search Tags:#templates#skill-creation#kiro#yaml-frontmatter#skill-unit#documentation-guidelines#ai-skills
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/toly1994328/flash_im_by_ai --skill skill-maker-toly1994328
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: skill-maker
Source: https://github.com/toly1994328/flash_im_by_ai/tree/main/.kiro/skills/skill-maker
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/toly1994328/flash_im_by_ai --skill skill-maker-toly1994328

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Skill creation standardizes how to add structured, self-contained Skill units under .kiro/skills, ensuring consistent frontmatter and organization for reliable AI tooling and discovery.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Enforces a strict SKILL.md frontmatter schema (name, description, metadata) to define a Skill's identity and activation rules.
  • Provides a reusable template for the Skill body: applicability, core content, and optional resources (scripts/references/assets) loaded on demand.
  • Guides contributors on the Skill creation workflow to maintain consistency across the repository.

Quick Start

Create a new Skill under .kiro/skills/{name}/ by writing SKILL.md with proper frontmatter and a concise, actionable Markdown body.

Frequently Asked Questions about skill-maker

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I create a reusable AI skill unit for my Git repository?▼

To create an AI skill unit, you write a SKILL.md file under the .kiro/skills/{name}/ directory with proper YAML frontmatter and a concise Markdown body for operational instructions.

What is the required YAML frontmatter schema for a Kiro skill?▼

The required YAML frontmatter for a Kiro skill must include at least the name and description fields, with optional metadata to define the skill's identity and activation rules.

How to standardize AI skill structure for consistent team guidance?▼

You standardize AI skill structure by enforcing a reusable template with consistent frontmatter, applicability sections, and core content to maintain reliable discovery across the repository.

Can I include external scripts and references in a skill unit?▼

Yes, you can include optional resources such as scripts, references, and assets within the skill unit, which are loaded on demand alongside the Markdown body.

What is the best way to organize skill creation workflow for contributors?▼

The best way to organize the skill creation workflow is to guide contributors with a strict schema and a standardized template, ensuring consistent frontmatter and organization across all new skills.

Does my skill unit need a specific Markdown body format?▼

The skill unit requires a Markdown body that becomes operational instructions, typically following a template of applicability, core content, and optional resources.

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