writing-skills

Generate and validate SKILL.md frontmatter and structure for new skills.

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Search Tags:#templates #documentation #validation #metadata #frontmatter #skill-discovery #skill-writing

Ready to run

npx skills add https://github.com/zts212653/clowder-ai --skill writing-skills-zts212653

💬 Prompt for ChatGPT / Claude Chat▼

Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: writing-skills
Source: https://github.com/zts212653/clowder-ai/tree/main/cat-cafe-skills/writing-skills
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/zts212653/clowder-ai --skill writing-skills-zts212653

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Automatically crafts and validates metadata and structure for Skill units, saving time and ensuring consistency across the cat-cafe skill library.

Core Features & Use Cases

Frontmatter generation: extracts name/description from content and populates YAML frontmatter to meet official Skill unit definition.
Structured SKILL.md templates: provides a reusable skeleton for new Skill units, including triggers and next steps.
Validation & publishing guidance: ensures manifest entries, symlinks, and release procedures are prepared for deployment.
Use cases: creating new Skill units, editing existing ones, and validating skill quality for discovery.

Quick Start

Draft a new Skill by providing its name and a brief description; this meta-skill will generate a complete SKILL.md frontmatter, a structured body template, and deployment guidance.

Frequently Asked Questions about writing-skills

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

FAQPage Schema

How do I generate YAML frontmatter for a new Skill unit?▼

Generate YAML frontmatter by extracting the name and description from your content to populate required fields, ensuring the metadata meets the official Skill unit definition for discovery.

How do I validate metadata and triggers in SKILL.md files?▼

Validate SKILL.md files by checking trigger definitions, file layout, and optional resources to ensure manifest entries, symlinks, and release procedures are prepared for deployment.

What is the required structure for a SKILL.md template?▼

The required structure includes YAML frontmatter with name and description fields, a reusable body skeleton with defined triggers, and next steps to support deployment and maintenance.

Can I use this to edit existing Skill documentation?▼

Yes, you can edit existing Skill units by validating their trigger definitions, updating frontmatter metadata, and verifying file layout to maintain consistency across the skill library.

Does this tool check symlinks and manifest entries for skill deployment?▼

Yes, it validates manifest entries, symlinks, and release procedures to ensure your Skill unit is fully prepared and discovery-ready for deployment.

What's the best way to ensure skill discovery readiness for new templates?▼

Ensure discovery readiness by generating complete SKILL.md frontmatter, validating trigger definitions, and verifying file layout and optional resources against official Skill unit definitions.