validate-agent-files

Validate YAML frontmatter, fields, and naming conventions in AI agent configuration files.

39|4|Updated Feb 12, 2026

Search Tags:#developer tools #CI/CD #validation #coding standards #agent configuration #file structure

Ready to run

npx skills add https://github.com/JBurlison/WoWAddonAPIAgents --skill validate-agent-files-jburlison

💬 Prompt for ChatGPT / Claude Chat▼

Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: validate-agent-files
Source: https://github.com/JBurlison/WoWAddonAPIAgents/tree/main/.github/skills/validate-agent-files
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/JBurlison/WoWAddonAPIAgents --skill validate-agent-files-jburlison

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill ensures that your AI agent configuration files (agents, skills, prompts, instructions) are correctly formatted and structured, preventing unexpected behavior and commit errors.

Core Features & Use Cases

Format Validation: Checks YAML frontmatter, required fields, and naming conventions for various agent file types.
Error Detection: Identifies common issues like missing delimiters, vague descriptions, or incorrect file extensions.
Use Case: Before committing a new agent, run this skill to automatically catch any formatting errors, saving you time on review and preventing potential issues with your AI assistant.

Quick Start

Use the validate-agent-files skill to check all files in the .github/agents directory.

Frequently Asked Questions about validate-agent-files

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

FAQPage Schema

How do I validate agent configuration files before committing?▼

Validating agent configuration files involves checking YAML frontmatter, required fields, naming conventions, and body content integrity. This skill automatically scans provider directories to ensure your AI assistant files adhere to defined schemas and best practices, preventing unexpected behavior and commit errors.

What are common formatting errors in AI agent customization files?▼

Common formatting errors in AI agent customization files include missing delimiters, vague descriptions, and incorrect file extensions. Running a validation check identifies these structural issues early, ensuring your agents, skills, prompts, and instructions are correctly formatted across multiple provider directories.

How do I check the YAML frontmatter structure of my agent files?▼

Checking the YAML frontmatter structure of agent files requires verifying field presence and adherence to defined schemas. This skill scans your .github/agents directory to detect missing required fields and validate naming conventions, ensuring your coding assistant configuration maintains structural integrity.

Can I use this validation skill for files across multiple provider directories?▼

Yes, you can use this validation skill for files across multiple provider directories. It validates the format and structure of various AI coding assistant customization files, including agents, skills, prompts, and instructions, applying consistent schema rules regardless of the specific provider location.

Does CI/CD validation for agent files check body content integrity?▼

Yes, CI/CD validation for agent files checks body content integrity alongside YAML frontmatter and naming conventions. Applying these coding standards ensures that your agent configuration files are correctly structured, preventing unexpected behavior and commit errors before they reach your repository.