update-skills

Update and standardize SKILL.md entries with YAML frontmatter across skill folders.

Updated Jan 24, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/bohdan-shulha/skills --skill update-skills
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: update-skills
Source: https://github.com/bohdan-shulha/skills/tree/main/update-skills
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/bohdan-shulha/skills --skill update-skills

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Update and standardize the Skills repository by adding or updating SKILL.md entries across multiple skill folders to ensure consistent discovery and documentation.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Audits existing skills to verify presence of SKILL.md and correctness of frontmatter.
  • Adds new skill directories with proper SKILL.md templates and documentation body.
  • Applies versioned updates to existing skills to reflect changes in workflow, best practices, or tooling.

Quick Start

Run the update-skills workflow to add or modify a skill under the ~/Projects/skills directory.

Frequently Asked Questions about update-skills

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I update YAML frontmatter across multiple documentation folders?

To update YAML frontmatter across documentation folders, the Skill audits existing skills to verify correctness of name and description fields, then applies versioned updates to ensure consistent discovery and standardization.

What is the best way to standardize a skills repository?

Standardizing a skills repository involves auditing existing directories to verify the presence of SKILL.md files and checking that the YAML frontmatter enforces required name and description fields for accurate discovery.

How do I fix missing SKILL.md entries in my repository?

Fixing missing SKILL.md entries requires auditing your skills repository to identify gaps, then adding proper documentation templates with enforced YAML frontmatter to maintain consistent workflow documentation.

When do I need to update documentation for existing skills?

You need to update documentation for existing skills when there are changes in workflow, best practices, or tooling, applying versioned updates to reflect new patterns and maintain repository accuracy.

Does the update-skills workflow identify optional components and dependencies?

Yes, the update-skills workflow identifies optional components, dependencies, and safety checks while adding or updating SKILL.md entries to ensure complete and accurate repository documentation.