template-skill

Create new AI Skills from a template with SKILL.md structure.

Updated Aug 20, 2025
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/robertlupo1997/open-vocabulary-object-detection --skill template-skill-robertlupo1997
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: template-skill
Source: https://github.com/robertlupo1997/open-vocabulary-object-detection/tree/main/.claude/skills/template-skill
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/robertlupo1997/open-vocabulary-object-detection --skill template-skill-robertlupo1997

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill provides a standardized blueprint to define new AI Skills from a reusable template, ensuring consistent metadata and structure across skills.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Standardized metadata: ensures every skill exposes a name, description, and optional components.
  • Guided scaffolding: provides a ready-to-fill SKILL.md frontmatter and a pragmatic body for activation instructions.
  • Rapid creation: enables quick replication of skill templates to expand capabilities with predictable results.

Quick Start

Copy the template-skill folder, fill in the front matter with a descriptive name and description, and add any optional assets as needed.

Frequently Asked Questions about template-skill

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I create reusable AI skills from templates?

To create AI skills from templates, copy the template-skill folder and fill in the SKILL.md YAML frontmatter with a descriptive name and description. This standardized scaffolding ensures consistent metadata and structure across new capabilities.

What is YAML frontmatter and why is it needed for skill scaffolding?

YAML frontmatter is required metadata at the skill root in SKILL.md that exposes a name and description. It provides standardized metadata for activation, ensuring every skill has consistent structural definitions before adding optional components.

How do I add scripts and references when defining a new AI skill?

To add scripts and references when defining an AI skill, create optional subdirectories like scripts/, references/, and assets/ within the skill root. These expand the template's base SKILL.md with functional assets as needed.

Can I use this skill template for new capabilities across different domains?

Yes, you can use this skill template for new capabilities across different domains. It provides a standardized blueprint that applies to skill creation workflows regardless of domain, ensuring predictable results through rapid template replication.

What is the best way to standardize metadata for multiple AI skills?

The best way to standardize metadata for multiple AI skills is using a reusable template with guided scaffolding. It provides a ready-to-fill SKILL.md frontmatter, ensuring every skill exposes a consistent name, description, and optional components.