test-skill

Run a test skill to verify plugin activation with sample input.

146|20|Updated Oct 26, 2025

Search Tags:#automation #discovery #plugin #demo #test #skill #yaml-frontmatter

Ready to run

npx skills add https://github.com/maxvaega/skillkit --skill test-skill-maxvaega

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Skill: test-skill
Source: https://github.com/maxvaega/skillkit/tree/main/tests/fixtures/plugins/valid-plugin/skills/test-skill
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/maxvaega/skillkit --skill test-skill-maxvaega

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill is a lightweight, self-contained example used to verify plugin discovery and activation without external dependencies.

Core Features & Use Cases

Lightweight demonstration of a Skill Unit with YAML frontmatter.
Validates discovery flow and basic activation within SkillKit.

Quick Start

Run the test-skill in the SkillKit UI or via CLI to verify basic activation with a sample input: hello

Frequently Asked Questions about test-skill

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

FAQPage Schema

How do I verify that a plugin skill loads and runs correctly?▼

Plugin discovery and activation can be validated by running a test skill to confirm the loading, invocation, and output generation work as expected. This lightweight verification ensures your plugin functions within the SkillKit sandbox before deployment.

What's the minimal way to demonstrate a skill with YAML frontmatter?▼

A self-contained test skill with YAML frontmatter provides a lightweight demonstration of skill structure and activation. Running it exercises the basic discovery flow and confirms deterministic, parseable output suitable for structured processing.

Can I use automation and discovery testing without external dependencies?▼

Yes. A minimal, self-contained plugin skill performs isolated execution within a sandbox environment without external dependencies, making it ideal for plugin validation, development, and demonstration contexts.

How do I generate deterministic, structured output from a skill for indexing?▼

A test skill produces deterministic, parseable output designed for RAG indexing and automated processing. Running it generates consistent results suitable for downstream analysis and structured data pipelines.

What does a basic skill implementation for plugin validation look like?▼

A basic-depth skill demonstrates plugin functionality through a minimal, self-contained unit with YAML frontmatter. It exercises the SkillKit discovery and activation flow with sample input to verify core processing logic.