| name | example-skill |
| description | Demonstrates skill structure with progressive disclosure and best practices for skill development |
Example Skill
This skill demonstrates the structure and capabilities of Claude Code skills.
When to Use This Skill
Use this skill when:
- Learning how to create Claude Code skills
- Understanding progressive disclosure patterns
- Exploring skill best practices
Core Instructions
When this skill is active:
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Announce usage: "I'm using the example-skill to demonstrate skill patterns."
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Progressive disclosure: Load additional context from references/ only when needed:
- For pattern examples → Read
references/patterns.md
- For templates → Use
assets/template.txt
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Keep it concise: The SKILL.md file should stay under 500 lines. Move detailed content to reference files.
Examples
user: Show me an example pattern
assistant: I'm using the example-skill to demonstrate skill patterns.
Let me load the patterns reference...
[Reads references/patterns.md]
Here's the pattern: ...
Best Practices Demonstrated
- Structured directory: References and assets in separate subdirectories
- Progressive loading: Don't load all content upfront
- Clear frontmatter: Name and description for skill discovery
- Concise main file: Keep SKILL.md focused and lean
Reference Files
references/patterns.md: Detailed pattern examples (loaded on demand)
assets/template.txt: Reusable template (loaded when needed)