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template-skill

Create new internal Skills with YAML frontmatter and Markdown instructions.

Updated Apr 6, 2026
Search Tags:#skill development#AI orchestration#metadata#skill template#YAML frontmatter#prompt instructions
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/daanteijema-beep/ai-gids-platform --skill template-skill-daanteijema-beep
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: template-skill
Source: https://github.com/daanteijema-beep/ai-gids-platform/tree/main/.agents/skills/template-skill
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/daanteijema-beep/ai-gids-platform --skill template-skill-daanteijema-beep

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

It provides a ready-made starting point so you can quickly create a new Skill with the required entrypoint and description metadata, instead of writing the boilerplate from scratch.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Skill bootstrap: Establishes the mandatory SKILL.md frontmatter (name and description) so the Skill can be discovered and activated.
  • Instruction placeholder: Offers a dedicated section where you can add the operational instructions that the AI will follow when the Skill is invoked.
  • Use Case: When you’re adding a new capability to your platform, you can replace the placeholder description and insert the exact behavior you want the AI to perform.

Quick Start

Replace the frontmatter description and insert your operational instructions below the placeholder line in SKILL.md.

Frequently Asked Questions about template-skill

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I create a new AI skill from a template?▼

To bootstrap a new skill, replace the YAML frontmatter description and insert your operational instructions below the placeholder line in SKILL.md. This provides a ready-made starting point for quick skill initialization.

What metadata is required for AI skill discovery and activation?▼

Skill discovery requires YAML frontmatter with mandatory name and description fields in the SKILL.md file. These metadata fields ensure the skill can be discovered and activated across documentation-driven workflows.

Can I use a skill template for documentation-driven workflow initialization?▼

Yes, this skill template applies to creating new internal skills across documentation-driven workflows. It establishes mandatory SKILL.md frontmatter and reduces setup time for consistent skill initialization.

Where do I add prompt instructions when building a skill?▼

You add prompt instructions in the dedicated instruction placeholder section of the SKILL.md markdown body. This section holds the operational instructions that the AI will follow when the skill is invoked at activation time.

What is the best way to reduce boilerplate setup time for AI orchestration skills?▼

Using a starter skill template that defines required discovery metadata and a place for operational instructions reduces boilerplate setup time. This avoids writing the required entrypoint from scratch.

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