skills.rest
SterlingChin
SterlingChinCOMMUNITY
Explore all skills by this author →
WebsiteGitHub

template-skill

Scaffold MARVIN skills with standardized frontmatter and directory structure.

1.0k|178|Updated Jan 13, 2026
Search Tags:#template#documentation#boilerplate#skill-development#frontmatter#MARVIN
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/SterlingChin/marvin-template --skill template-skill-sterlingchin
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: template-skill
Source: https://github.com/SterlingChin/marvin-template/tree/main/skills/_template
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/SterlingChin/marvin-template --skill template-skill-sterlingchin

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill provides a ready-to-use blueprint for creating new MARVIN skills, saving time and ensuring consistency across capabilities.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Bootstraps new skills with a standard frontmatter, structure, and example sections.
  • Guides customization by replacing placeholders in SKILL.md and updating metadata.
  • Onboarding template for teams to rapidly prototype and share Skill units.

Quick Start

Copy this directory (skills/_template) to a new Skill name, then customize the SKILL.md frontmatter and body to define name, description, process, and examples. Update any references/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 scaffold a new MARVIN skill with the correct frontmatter and directory structure?▼

MARVIN skill development requires a frontmatter-defined name and description in the SKILL.md file. The template supplies this standardized metadata structure to ensure your new skill meets platform requirements.

How do I customize the boilerplate after copying the MARVIN skill template?▼

Customize the boilerplate by replacing placeholders in the SKILL.md body and updating the metadata. You can also modify optional directories like scripts/, references/, and assets/ for skill extensibility.

Can I include scripts and assets when bootstrapping a MARVIN skill?▼

Yes, you can include scripts, references, and assets when bootstrapping a MARVIN skill. The template optionally supports these directories to allow extensibility beyond the basic frontmatter definition.

What is the best way to ensure consistency when creating multiple MARVIN skills?▼

Use a standardized boilerplate template to bootstrap each new MARVIN skill. This ensures structural uniformity and metadata consistency across multiple development projects.

Do I need any dependencies to use a template for MARVIN skill development?▼

No dependencies are required to use the MARVIN skill template. It acts as a standalone blueprint allowing you to copy the directory and immediately begin updating skill metadata.

Related Skills

Explore More Software Engineering Skills→
WattysaidWattysaid

marvin

Start a MARVIN session by loading context and presenting a daily briefing.

Community
Basic
m43num43nu

skill-creator

Generate MARVIN skill scaffolds with SKILL.md frontmatter and directories.

Community
Intermediate
gaodesgaodes

template-skill

Create a MARVIN skill scaffold with SKILL.md frontmatter and optional directories.

Community
Basic
Dragoon0xDragoon0x
4

forge

Generate standards-compliant dragoon skill scaffolds with SKILL.md, script stubs, and tests.

Community
Intermediate