_skill-template

Create new VS Code Agent Skills with a standardized SKILL.md template structure.

2|Updated Jan 23, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/arpa73/AIKnowSys --skill skill-template-arpa73
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: _skill-template
Source: https://github.com/arpa73/AIKnowSys/tree/main/.github/skills/_skill-template
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/arpa73/AIKnowSys --skill skill-template-arpa73

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

The Skill template provides a ready-to-use blueprint to create new VS Code Agent Skills.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Standardized Skill structure with a SKILL.md frontmatter including name and description
  • Clear organizational sections (When to Use, Prerequisites, Step-by-Step Workflow, Validation, Common Pitfalls, Examples, References)
  • Quick Start guidance to copy, customize placeholders, and wire the skill into AGENTS.md for triggering
  • Easy onboarding for new contributors by providing a repeatable setup across projects

Quick Start

Copy this directory to start a new skill, edit SKILL.md and AGENTS.md, replace all placeholders, add real code and examples, and test the workflow.

Frequently Asked Questions about _skill-template

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

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How do I create new VS Code Agent Skills with a consistent structure?

To create new VS Code Agent Skills with a consistent structure, copy a ready-to-use template directory, then edit the SKILL.md and AGENTS.md files to replace placeholders with your specific workflow details.

What is included in a standard VS Code Agent Skill template?

A standard VS Code Agent Skill template includes a SKILL.md frontmatter with name and description, alongside organizational sections like Prerequisites, Step-by-Step Workflow, Validation, Common Pitfalls, and Examples.

How do I wire a new skill into AGENTS.md for triggering?

To wire a new skill into AGENTS.md for triggering, copy the template directory, customize the SKILL.md file with your real code and examples, then update AGENTS.md to register the skill.

Do I need specific directories to set up a VS Code Agent Skill?

You do not need specific directories to set up a VS Code Agent Skill, as they are optional. The template enforces a SKILL.md frontmatter with name and description, while allowing additional directories as needed.

What is the best way to onboard new contributors to a VS Code Agent Skills workflow?

The best way to onboard new contributors to a VS Code Agent Skills workflow is providing a repeatable template setup across projects, ensuring standardized structure and clear organizational sections for easy adoption.

What are the limitations of using a skill template for VS Code automation?

A limitation of using a skill template for VS Code automation is that it provides a basic structural blueprint only, requiring you to manually replace all placeholders and add real code, examples, and validation logic.