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superpowers-writing-skills

Create test-driven Skill documentation with structured frontmatter and sectioning.

1|Updated Mar 15, 2026
Search Tags:#workflow#documentation#validation#cso#frontmatter#test-driven-development#skill-writing
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/family3253/skill --skill superpowers-writing-skills-family3253
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: superpowers-writing-skills
Source: https://github.com/family3253/skill/tree/main/skills/superpowers-writing-skills
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/family3253/skill --skill superpowers-writing-skills-family3253

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This guide provides a robust framework for writing Skills using test-driven development, ensuring consistency, discoverability, and reliability in Skill deployment.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Frontmatter discipline: enforces name/description fields and a compact metadata surface for quick discovery.
  • TDD-based creation flow: aligns RED-GREEN-REFACTOR with Skill documentation to prevent rationalizations and ensure test coverage.
  • Progressive disclosure patterns: encourages linking to heavy references and tooling, keeping the core SKILL.md lightweight.

Quick Start

Create a new Skill by populating the frontmatter name and description, then craft the three-section guide and add a minimal example to validate the workflow.

Frequently Asked Questions about superpowers-writing-skills

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I write test-driven documentation for Skill creation?▼

Test-driven documentation for Skill creation applies the RED-GREEN-REFACTOR cycle to draft and validate Skill units, preventing rationalizations and ensuring reliable test coverage for your content.

What is the best way to structure frontmatter for skill documentation?▼

The best way to structure frontmatter for skill documentation is keeping metadata concise with strict name and description fields, ensuring a compact surface for quick discovery and verifier-friendly validation.

How does progressive disclosure work for workflow documentation?▼

Progressive disclosure in workflow documentation encourages linking to heavy references and tooling externally, keeping the core SKILL.md lightweight while maintaining comprehensive validation guidelines.

Can I use test-driven development to edit existing skills?▼

Yes, you can use test-driven development to edit existing Skills by applying standardized sectioning and frontmatter constraints to validate updates and ensure ongoing CSO guideline compliance.

Why does my Skill documentation fail frontmatter validation?▼

Skill documentation fails frontmatter validation when metadata lacks concise name and description fields or violates CSO guidelines, which test-driven writing enforces through standardized sectioning checks.

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