skill-upgrade

Upgrade SKILL.md files to Tier S quality via an 8-point check.

Updated Mar 23, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/asochan-ai/claude-plugins --skill skill-upgrade
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: skill-upgrade
Source: https://github.com/asochan-ai/claude-plugins/tree/main/plugins/skill-upgrade/skills/skill-upgrade
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/asochan-ai/claude-plugins --skill skill-upgrade

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Upgrades an existing SKILL.md to Tier S quality standards, ensuring consistent quality, reusable patterns, and automated validation across skills.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Config externalization and gating to enforce deterministic behavior
  • BLOCKING gates, escalation and phase-based structure for robust automation
  • Portability support with profile templates and cross-project reuse

Use cases include upgrading internal skills to production-grade quality, generating improvement templates, and standardizing validation across teams.

Quick Start

Run the upgrade against the target skill to transform its SKILL.md into Tier S, using the recommended templates and config extraction.

Frequently Asked Questions about skill-upgrade

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I upgrade my SKILL.md to Tier S quality standards?

You need an existing SKILL.md at the skill root with frontmatter containing a name and description. Optional scripts, references, and assets directories can be included for extended capabilities during the upgrade process.

What does an 8-point quality check for skill configuration include?

The 8-point quality check evaluates and enforces config separation, security policies, blocking gates, phase delineation, escalation protocols, and portability. This ensures deterministic behavior and robust automation across upgraded skills.

Can I add blocking gates and escalation policies to my existing skills?

Yes, the skill-upgrade process automatically integrates blocking gates and escalation policies into your existing skills. This adds phase-based structure and robust automation to ensure production-grade quality and deterministic execution.

How do I enforce config separation and portability across multiple project skills?

Config externalization and portability are enforced by applying profile templates and cross-project reuse patterns. The upgrade process extracts configurations and applies gating to standardize validation across all team skills.

What's the best way to standardize quality assurance for repository skills?

The best way to standardize quality assurance is to run an automated upgrade that applies an 8-point check with diff generation. This transforms internal skills into production-grade assets with consistent validation and reusable patterns.