test-skill

Validate SKILL.md frontmatter and metadata fields for skill creation.

11|8|Updated Jan 29, 2026

Search Tags:#documentation #validation #qa #discovery #test #skill-creation #matimo

Ready to run

npx skills add https://github.com/tallclub/matimo --skill test-skill-tallclub

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Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: test-skill
Source: https://github.com/tallclub/matimo/tree/main/typescript/examples/mcp/matimo-tools/skills/test_skill
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/tallclub/matimo --skill test-skill-tallclub

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This test skill helps verify that the skill creation workflow can be correctly defined and loaded, ensuring the system can index and execute new skills in a safe, repeatable manner.

Core Features & Use Cases

Validates YAML frontmatter presence (name and description) and a descriptive Markdown body.
Ensures metadata fields (tagline, request, complexity, category, keywords, dependencies, components) are structured correctly for indexing.
Demonstrates a minimal activation path for new skills with a simple, safe example.

Quick Start

Run the test_skill to verify that the skill creation pipeline loads and executes correctly.

Frequently Asked Questions about test-skill

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

FAQPage Schema

How do I validate YAML frontmatter and metadata fields for skill creation?▼

To validate skill creation metadata, you need a process that checks for required YAML frontmatter like name and description, and ensures structural fields such as tagline, keywords, and dependencies are correctly formatted for indexing. This test skill automates that validation pipeline.

What is a minimal activation path for new skill creation in a QA environment?▼

A minimal activation path for skill creation provisions a basic test skill to verify the workflow loads and executes safely. It validates the SKILL.md file structure and metadata without affecting production environments, ensuring repeatable QA testing.

Do I need any dependencies to test the skill creation pipeline?▼

No dependencies are required to test the skill creation pipeline. This test skill operates independently to validate the provisioning workflow, checking YAML frontmatter and metadata structure without needing external components or tools.

What's the best way to verify new skills can be indexed and loaded correctly?▼

The best way to verify new skills load correctly is to run a minimal test skill that checks the creation pipeline. This ensures the system can safely index the new skill by validating its SKILL.md frontmatter, descriptive body, and metadata fields.

Why does my new skill creation workflow need metadata validation?▼

Skill creation workflows need metadata validation to ensure the system can properly index and execute new skills. Validating fields like category, keywords, and dependencies guarantees the skill is structured safely and can be integrated without breaking existing pipelines.