make-skill-template
Installation
Summary
Scaffold new Agent Skills with proper frontmatter, directory structure, and bundled resource organization.
- Generates SKILL.md files with required YAML frontmatter (name, description) and optional metadata fields for skill discovery
- Supports optional bundled directories: scripts/ for automation, references/ for documentation, assets/ for static files, and templates/ for starter code
- Provides step-by-step workflow for creating skills from scratch or duplicating this template as a starting point
- Includes validation checklist and troubleshooting guidance for common setup issues
SKILL.md
Make Skill Template
A meta-skill for creating new Agent Skills. Use this skill when you need to scaffold a new skill folder, generate a SKILL.md file, or help users understand the Agent Skills specification.
When to Use This Skill
- User asks to "create a skill", "make a new skill", or "scaffold a skill"
- User wants to add a specialized capability to their GitHub Copilot setup
- User needs help structuring a skill with bundled resources
- User wants to duplicate this template as a starting point
Prerequisites
- Understanding of what the skill should accomplish
- A clear, keyword-rich description of capabilities and triggers
- Knowledge of any bundled resources needed (scripts, references, assets, templates)