write-a-skill

Generate a SKILL.md skeleton with required frontmatter and template body.

Updated Aug 23, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/Dedalus-ERP-PAS/hexagone-foundation-skills --skill write-a-skill-dedalus-erp-pas
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
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Skill: write-a-skill
Source: https://github.com/Dedalus-ERP-PAS/hexagone-foundation-skills/tree/main/skills/write-a-skill
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/Dedalus-ERP-PAS/hexagone-foundation-skills --skill write-a-skill-dedalus-erp-pas

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill guides teams to bootstrap new AI agent skills by generating a standardized SKILL.md skeleton and corresponding docs, enforcing repository conventions and reducing setup time.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Generate a fully-formed SKILL.md with required frontmatter (name, description, version) and a starter body
  • Create matching docs/<name>.md in French per the project style
  • Validate that the skeleton adheres to versioning rules and repository conventions

Quick Start

Install the assistant to auto-generate a new skill skeleton by providing the skill name and a short description.

Frequently Asked Questions about write-a-skill

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I generate a SKILL.md skeleton for a new AI agent skill?

To generate a SKILL.md skeleton, provide the skill name and a short description to auto-create a standardized file with required frontmatter like name, description, and version, along with a starter body following repository conventions.

What frontmatter is required when creating a skill template?

Required frontmatter for a skill template includes name, description, and version fields. This metadata ensures the generated skeleton adheres to versioning rules and repository conventions.

What is the best way to bootstrap new skill documentation and enforce repository conventions?

The best way to bootstrap skill documentation is using a skeleton generator that creates the skills/<name>/SKILL.md file and an optional docs file simultaneously, enforcing structure and reducing manual setup time.

Does the generated skill skeleton include time-sensitive content?

No, the generated skill skeleton does not include time-sensitive content. The output is strictly in English and designed to be evergreen, avoiding temporal references that may become outdated.

Can I create a matching docs file when generating a skill skeleton?

Yes, you can create a matching docs file when generating a skill skeleton. The process optionally creates a docs/<name>.md file in French per the project style alongside the main SKILL.md template.