skillstash-author

Draft or update SKILL.md files with required frontmatter from research notes or issue specs.

1|Updated Dec 23, 2025

Search Tags:#templates #documentation #skill creation #authoring #frontmatter #research-to-skill

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npx skills add https://github.com/galligan/skillstash --skill skillstash-author

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Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: skillstash-author
Source: https://github.com/galligan/skillstash/tree/main/.agents/skills/skillstash-author
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/galligan/skillstash --skill skillstash-author

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Author SKILL.md files for new skills based on research notes or issue specs.

Core Features & Use Cases

Read inputs: Reads research notes or issue specs.
Write SKILL.md: Writes skills/<name>/SKILL.md with required frontmatter and instructions.
Optional enhancements: Add references/, scripts/, or assets/ when helpful.

Quick Start

Use this skill after you have a research note or spec to generate a ready-to-use SKILL.md in the appropriate directory.

Frequently Asked Questions about skillstash-author

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

FAQPage Schema

How do I draft a SKILL.md file for a new skill in the Skillstash repository?▼

Draft SKILL.md by providing research notes or an issue spec; the Skill generates a complete SKILL.md file with required frontmatter (name, description), validates kebab-case directory naming, and optionally includes references, scripts, or assets for repository inclusion.

What frontmatter is required when creating SKILL.md files?▼

Required frontmatter includes name and description fields. The Skill enforces that the name matches your directory's kebab-case format, ensuring consistency across the repository.

Can I use this to update an existing SKILL.md or only create new ones?▼

You can draft or update SKILL.md files. Provide your research notes or spec, and the Skill guides creation or revision with proper frontmatter and structure suitable for the Skillstash repository.

What input formats work—research notes, issue specs, or both?▼

Both research notes and issue specs work as inputs. The Skill reads either format and applies them to generate or revise SKILL.md with required frontmatter and optional supporting materials.

Can I add references, scripts, or assets alongside the SKILL.md file?▼

Yes. Beyond the SKILL.md document, you can optionally include references/, scripts/, or assets/ directories when they enhance your skill definition within the repository structure.

Why does the skill validate directory names in kebab-case?▼

Kebab-case validation ensures the frontmatter name matches your directory naming convention, maintaining consistency and preventing mismatches in the Skillstash repository structure.