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template-skill

Create GitHub Skill directories with YAML frontmatter and instruction placeholders.

28|5|Updated Jun 24, 2025
Search Tags:#documentation#GitHub#skill discovery#YAML frontmatter#skill-template#instruction authoring
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/thevibeworks/claude-code-docs --skill template-skill-thevibeworks
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: template-skill
Source: https://github.com/thevibeworks/claude-code-docs/tree/main/content/github/skills/template
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/thevibeworks/claude-code-docs --skill template-skill-thevibeworks

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This template helps you create a new Skill unit entry point without starting from a blank file.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Skill Discovery Metadata: Provides required YAML frontmatter fields so the skill can be indexed and found.
  • Operational Instructions Placeholder: Includes a location to paste the actual instructions Claude should follow when the skill is invoked.
  • Use Case: Start from this directory when publishing a new GitHub skills workflow for internal or public use.

Quick Start

Replace the frontmatter name and description, then write the Skill’s operational instructions under the Insert instructions below section.

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 discoverable GitHub skill with YAML frontmatter?▼

To create a discoverable GitHub skill, use a template providing required YAML frontmatter metadata fields like name and description, then author operational instructions in the SKILL.md body for indexing and activation.

What is required in a SKILL.md file for skill discovery?▼

A SKILL.md file requires YAML frontmatter with name and description fields for skill discovery, plus an instruction body entry point where operational instructions for Claude are authored.

How do I set up a new GitHub skills directory from a template?▼

Set up a new GitHub skills directory by copying the template structure, replacing the YAML frontmatter name and description, then writing operational instructions under the designated section in SKILL.md.

Can I use this skill template for internal GitHub workflows?▼

Yes, this skill template supports publishing GitHub skills workflows for both internal and public use by providing consistent naming, descriptions, and activation instruction placeholders.

Do I need to write instruction content when using a skill template?▼

Yes, the skill template provides the structural YAML frontmatter and placeholder location, but you must author the actual operational instructions Claude should follow when the skill is invoked.

Why does my GitHub skill need YAML frontmatter metadata?▼

YAML frontmatter metadata is needed for skill discovery so the skill can be indexed and found, requiring consistent name and description fields alongside the operational instruction body.

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