writing-skills

Standardize skill writing, testing, and deployment with RED-GREEN-REFACTOR cycles.

1|Updated Apr 10, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/Rysnz/OpenHarness --skill writing-skills-rysnz
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
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Skill: writing-skills
Source: https://github.com/Rysnz/OpenHarness/tree/main/src/crates/core/builtin_skills/writing-skills
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/Rysnz/OpenHarness --skill writing-skills-rysnz

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Writing skills provide a structured, test-driven approach to documenting and validating skill creation, ensuring that new skills are verifiable and maintainable.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • TDD for skills: Apply red-green-refactor cycles to skill documentation, including baseline tests and rationalization tracking.
  • Lifecycle guidance: Step-by-step workflow from skill writing to deployment, with checks for quality and scope.
  • Cross-skill references: Organize content to enable progressive disclosure and safe referencing between skills.

Quick Start

Write a minimal SKILL.md that passes a RED-GREEN-REFACTOR test, then run the testing workflow to verify compliance.

Frequently Asked Questions about writing-skills

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

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How do I apply test-driven development to skill documentation?

Test-driven skill documentation applies RED-GREEN-REFACTOR cycles to writing skills by creating a minimal SKILL.md, running baseline tests for compliance, and iteratively verifying structured guidance and YAML frontmatter.

What is rationalization capture in skill authoring?

Rationalization capture in skill authoring tracks the reasoning behind documentation decisions during the test-driven workflow, ensuring that new skills remain verifiable, maintainable, and governed across skill units.

How do I structure SKILL.md to pass metadata governance checks?

Structuring SKILL.md to pass metadata governance requires including valid YAML frontmatter, standardized structured guidance, and passing targeted baseline and green tests that verify scope and quality compliance.

Can I use red-green-refactor cycles for validating skill quality assurance?

Yes, red-green-refactor cycles validate skill quality assurance by running targeted baseline tests against documentation, capturing rationalizations, and enforcing iterative verification before deployment.

What's the best way to organize cross-skill references in documentation?

The best way to organize cross-skill references is structuring content for progressive disclosure, enabling safe referencing between skill units while maintaining scope and metadata governance compliance.

When do I need baseline and green tests for skill writing?

You need baseline and green tests for skill writing when applying test-driven development to documentation, ensuring the final skill satisfies YAML frontmatter requirements and passes iterative verification checks.