template-skill

To create a new AI skill, define a SKILL.md file with YAML frontmatter containing the required name and description fields, followed by a Markdown body for instructions. This provides a reusable starting point for rapid prototyping and consistent skill discovery.

YAML frontmatter provides a standardized manifest for AI skills by including required fields like name and description. This metadata enables consistent discovery and activation patterns across projects and downstream registry systems.

You can extend the AI skill template by adding optional scripts/, references/, and assets/ directories alongside the SKILL.md file. This extensible structure supports advanced use cases while maintaining the core markdown instructions.

Yes, the template is applicable to rapid prototyping of new skills across domains. It serves as a base for implementing SKILL.md driven executions, ensuring standardized manifests and consistent activation patterns regardless of the specific domain.

The best way to ensure AI skill discoverability is to use a standardized manifest with YAML frontmatter, including required name and description fields. This enables downstream discovery through registry systems and consistent activation patterns.