sr-agent-skill-authoring

Validates YAML frontmatter and enforces structural templates for in-repo AI agent skills.

2|1|Updated Jul 14, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/heysuhas/hermes_cli --skill sr-agent-skill-authoring
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
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Skill: sr-agent-skill-authoring
Source: https://github.com/heysuhas/hermes_cli/tree/main/skills/software-development/sr-agent-skill-authoring
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/heysuhas/hermes_cli --skill sr-agent-skill-authoring

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This skill addresses the inconsistency and quality drift that occurs when authoring AI agent skills, ensuring that all in-repo skills follow a predictable, high-quality structure that the agent can reliably execute.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Validation Framework: Provides the exact constraints and logic used by the SR Agent to validate frontmatter and content length.
  • Standardized Structure: Defines the peer-matched template for documentation, including overview, triggers, and verification steps.
  • Use Case: When adding a new capability to the SR Agent, use this skill to ensure your documentation is properly formatted, the description is optimized for token efficiency, and the workflow includes robust completion criteria.

Quick Start

Use the sr-agent-skill-authoring skill to validate the frontmatter and structure of the new skill file I just created in the software-development category.

Frequently Asked Questions about sr-agent-skill-authoring

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I standardize AI agent skills documentation in a repository?

Standardize AI agent skills by applying strict frontmatter validation and structural templates to enforce predictable documentation patterns and completion criteria. This ensures all in-repo skills follow a high-quality structure that agents can reliably execute.

What is YAML frontmatter validation for agent workflows?

YAML frontmatter validation for agent workflows is the process of checking skill files against specific schemas and character limits to ensure optimal agent performance and context management. It enforces predictable documentation patterns required for reliable execution.

How do I validate frontmatter and content length for in-repo agent skills?

Validate frontmatter and content length by using a validation framework that applies the exact constraints and logic used by the SR Agent. This checks YAML schemas and character limits to ensure documentation is properly formatted and token-efficient.

Does strict frontmatter validation prevent quality drift in AI agent skills?

Yes, strict frontmatter validation prevents quality drift by enforcing standardized templates and specific schemas across all in-repo AI agent skills. This addresses inconsistency issues and ensures capabilities maintain predictable, high-quality documentation structures.

What are the character limits for optimizing agent skill descriptions?

The character limits for optimizing agent skill descriptions are enforced through specific YAML frontmatter schemas to ensure token efficiency and optimal context management. Adhering to these limits maintains predictable agent performance during execution.

Can I use standardized templates to add new capabilities to an AI agent?

Yes, you can use standardized templates to add new capabilities to an AI agent by following a peer-matched structure that includes overview, triggers, and verification steps. This ensures documentation is properly formatted with robust completion criteria.