template-skill

Create new Skills with minimal SKILL.md frontmatter and placeholder instructions.

9|4|Updated Jan 11, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/strativd/ai-skills --skill template-skill-strativd
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: template-skill
Source: https://github.com/strativd/ai-skills/tree/main/template
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/strativd/ai-skills --skill template-skill-strativd

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This template skill provides a reusable starting point for creating new Skills in the repository, ensuring consistency and a clear entry point for future development.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Minimal frontmatter: ensures every Skill includes a name and description at the root.
  • Starter body: provides a placeholder Markdown body to be customized with instructions.
  • Extensible structure: optional scripts/, references/, and assets/ directories can be added later to support richer Skills.

Quick Start

Copy this template to a new skill directory and fill in the required frontmatter fields.

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 skill with the correct YAML frontmatter?

To create a new skill with correct YAML frontmatter, copy this template into a new directory and fill in the required name and description fields in SKILL.md. This ensures your skill meets the repository's frontmatter requirements.

What is the minimal structure needed to start developing a skill?

The minimal structure needed to start developing a skill is a SKILL.md file containing YAML frontmatter with name and description fields, plus a placeholder Markdown body for instructions. Optional scripts, references, and assets directories can be added later.

Can I add custom scripts and references when using a skill starter template?

Yes, you can add custom scripts and references when using a skill starter template. The base structure is extensible, allowing you to add scripts/, references/, and assets/ directories as needed to support richer skill functionality.

Does every skill require a description in its frontmatter?

Yes, every skill requires a description in its frontmatter. The template enforces this by providing a minimal SKILL.md frontmatter with mandatory name and description fields at the root, ensuring consistency across the repository.

What's the best way to ensure consistency when creating multiple skills?

The best way to ensure consistency when creating multiple skills is to use a reusable starting point. This template skill provides a clean starter with minimal frontmatter and a placeholder body, establishing a clear entry point for future development.