valid-skill

Validate YAML frontmatter completeness and reference structure in skill units.

33|Updated Jan 5, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/lvlup-sw/exarchos --skill valid-skill-lvlup-sw
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: valid-skill
Source: https://github.com/lvlup-sw/exarchos/tree/main/skills/test-fixtures/valid-skill
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/lvlup-sw/exarchos --skill valid-skill-lvlup-sw

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill provides a lightweight, self-contained example to validate frontmatter structure and cross-references in skill units, helping ensure only well-formed Skill Units are accepted.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Frontmatter verification: ensures each Skill defines a valid name and description.
  • Reference integrity: demonstrates a references directory containing supporting files.
  • Testing scaffold: serves as a safe fixture for automated tests or discovery workflows.

Quick Start

Validate this skill's frontmatter and references to confirm a compliant testing fixture.

Frequently Asked Questions about valid-skill

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I validate YAML frontmatter in a skill unit for discovery workflows?

To validate YAML frontmatter in a skill unit, you need a testing scaffold that enforces required fields like name and description. This skill provides a minimal fixture to verify frontmatter completeness and ensure only well-formed skill units are accepted in automated discovery workflows.

What is a skill unit testing fixture and when do I need one?

A skill unit testing fixture is a lightweight, self-contained example used to validate frontmatter structure and reference integrity. You need one when building automated tests or discovery workflows to ensure that required YAML metadata and supporting reference directories are correctly structured.

How do I check reference structure and frontmatter completeness for automation?

You can check reference structure and frontmatter completeness by applying a validation fixture that enforces required YAML metadata and demonstrates a references directory. This confirms compliant cross-references and ensures the skill unit is safe for automated testing and discovery.

Does frontmatter validation require external dependencies to run?

No, frontmatter validation does not require external dependencies to run. This skill is a minimal, self-contained scaffold with zero dependencies, making it safe and lightweight for validating reference directories and YAML fields directly within your existing testing environment.

What are the limitations of using a minimal testing scaffold for skill validation?

The limitation of a minimal testing scaffold for skill validation is its basic implementation depth, which restricts it to verifying simple YAML frontmatter and reference directory structures rather than executing complex logic or deep content validation across multiple skill units.