| name | example-skill |
| description | This is an example skill demonstrating the correct SKILL.md format. Use this as a reference when users want to learn how to create skills. Contains all required and recommended sections. |
Example Skill
This is an example skill demonstrating the correct SKILL.md format and best practices.
Features
This skill demonstrates how to:
- Write a properly formatted SKILL.md file
- Organize skill directory structure
- Add scripts and reference materials
- Provide clear documentation and examples
When to Use
Use this skill in the following scenarios:
- You want to create a new Claude Code skill
- You need to understand the correct SKILL.md format
- You want to reference skill directory structure
Core Components
SKILL.md Format
---
name: skill-name
description: Detailed description including usage scenarios
---
Directory Structure
skill-name/
├── SKILL.md # Required
├── README.md # Recommended
├── scripts/ # Optional
│ └── helper.py
├── references/ # Optional
│ └── docs.md
└── assets/ # Optional
└── template.json
Usage Examples
Example 1: Create Basic Skill
mkdir my-skill
cd my-skill
touch SKILL.md
Add to SKILL.md:
---
name: my-skill
description: My skill description
---
[Add detailed explanation...]
Example 2: Add Scripts
mkdir scripts
Example 3: Add Reference Materials
mkdir references
Best Practices
- Clear Description - Clearly state usage scenarios in frontmatter
- Structured Content - Organize content with headings and lists
- Concrete Examples - Provide executable code examples
- Reference Materials - Place detailed documentation in references/ directory
- Reusable Scripts - Place code in scripts/ directory
Limitations
- This skill serves only as an example and reference
- Does not provide actual functionality implementation
- Needs to be modified according to specific requirements
Reference Resources
See the references/ directory for:
Next Steps
- Copy this skill as a template
- Modify name and description
- Add your actual functionality
- Test and verify
- Share with the community!
Creator: Awesome Agent Tools
License: MIT