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skill-test

Validate .claude/skills/*/SKILL.md files for structural and behavioral compliance.

Updated Apr 10, 2026
Search Tags:#documentation#validation#catalog#frontmatter#linter#skill-testing#behavioral
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/emcconnell/nova-scout --skill skill-test-emcconnell
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: skill-test
Source: https://github.com/emcconnell/nova-scout/tree/main/.claude/skills/skill-test
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/emcconnell/nova-scout --skill skill-test-emcconnell

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Validates that every skill in the Claude skill library adheres to a consistent structural standard and the expected behavioral guidance, enabling reliable execution and auditing.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Frontmatter integrity checks (name, description, argument-hint, user-invocable, allowed-tools)
  • Phase detection and verification across static/spec/category/audit modes
  • Handoff and protocol compliance verification, with actionable remediation guidance

Quick Start

Run a full static audit across all skills with /skill-test static all.

Frequently Asked Questions about skill-test

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I validate SKILL.md frontmatter and structural compliance across a Claude skill catalog?▼

You can validate frontmatter integrity and structural compliance by running a static audit across all skills with /skill-test static all, which reports non-compliant files for review.

What is skill behavioral correctness validation and when do I need it?▼

Skill behavioral correctness validation checks phase structure and handoff conventions in .claude/skills/*/SKILL.md files to ensure reliable execution and auditing across static, spec, category, and audit modes.

How do I check phase structure and handoff conventions in skill definitions?▼

You can check phase structure and handoff conventions by applying spec, category, or audit validation modes to identify behavioral issues and receive actionable remediation guidance for non-compliant skills.

Does the skill linter support automated checks for frontmatter fields like allowed-tools and argument-hint?▼

Yes, the linter performs frontmatter integrity checks for fields including name, description, argument-hint, user-invocable, and allowed-tools to flag any non-compliant skills for review.

What is the best way to audit a Claude skill library for structural standards without manual inspection?▼

The best way to automate structural auditing is running validation modes across all .claude/skills/*/SKILL.md files to detect frontmatter errors, phase inconsistencies, and handoff protocol violations automatically.

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