skills

Validate SKILL.md frontmatter and resource directories for Skill Unit documentation.

14|4|Updated Apr 8, 2026

Search Tags:#automation #documentation #discovery #metadata #yaml-frontmatter #skill-unit

Ready to run

npx skills add https://github.com/ippontech/terraform-provider-anthropic --skill skills-ippontech

💬 Prompt for ChatGPT / Claude Chat▼

Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: skills
Source: https://github.com/ippontech/terraform-provider-anthropic/tree/main/examples/data-sources/skills
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/ippontech/terraform-provider-anthropic --skill skills-ippontech

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Provides a standardized template for documenting Skill Units so they're discoverable and executable within the repository.

Core Features & Use Cases

Defines a Skill Unit by the mandatory SKILL.md frontmatter including name and description.
Supports optional resource directories (scripts/, references/, assets/) for extended functionality.
Enables consistent tooling to discover, validate, and load skills into automation workflows.

Quick Start

Create a new skill unit by adding a SKILL.md with name and description frontmatter in the root directory.

Frequently Asked Questions about skills

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

FAQPage Schema

How do I standardize documentation for automated discovery in a repository?▼

Skill Unit documentation requires a root SKILL.md file with mandatory name and description frontmatter. This validates metadata for automated discovery and loading within automation workflows.

What is a Skill Unit and how does its frontmatter validation work?▼

A Skill Unit is a standardized documentation template that uses YAML frontmatter in a SKILL.md file. Validation checks mandatory name and description fields, then reports dependencies, components, and safety assessments for risk cataloging.

How do I create a new skill unit for an automation workflow?▼

Create a new skill unit by adding a SKILL.md file with name and description frontmatter in the root directory. Optional resource directories like scripts/ and assets/ support extended functionality for automation workflows.

Do I need specific dependencies to use skill unit templates?▼

No dependencies are required to use skill unit templates. The standardization relies solely on SKILL.md frontmatter validation, allowing any repository to discover and catalog metadata without external packages.

Can I include resource directories for extended skill functionality?▼

Yes, skill units support optional resource directories including scripts/, references/, and assets/ alongside the SKILL.md file. These directories enable extended functionality and metadata extraction for cataloging.

What metadata is extracted when cataloging skill units?▼

Metadata extraction cataloging reports dependencies, components, and a safety assessment for potential risks. It validates mandatory name and description frontmatter from the SKILL.md file to ensure accurate metadata.