skill-writer

To create custom Agent Skills for Claude Code, you define the skill scope, structure directories and files, and write the SKILL.md frontmatter and content. This guided process ensures validation and adherence to best practices for skill authoring.

A SKILL.md file requires mandatory frontmatter fields, specifically name and description, which are crucial for skill discovery. The content body should follow a structured template to ensure clarity and usability for the agent.

Yes, you can use skill-writer to guide you through creating a new custom Skill designed to handle repetitive tasks such as summarizing meeting notes. It helps define the specific scope and structure needed for your use case.

Authoring Agent Skills does not require external dependencies. The process focuses on defining skill scope, structuring directories, and writing the SKILL.md file using standard text formats and best practices.

The best way to validate custom Claude Code Skills is to follow the provided step-by-step guidance for skill authoring and troubleshooting. This ensures the directory structure and frontmatter are correctly formatted for discovery.