process-extraction

name	process-extraction
model	sonnet
description	Produces a complete SKILL.md by extracting and formalizing a workflow that has been executed at least twice, converting implicit procedural knowledge into installable, agent-executable instructions. Use when: 'turn this process into a skill', 'standardize this workflow', 'make this repeatable', 'capture this procedure', 'formalize this multi-step task'.
category	skill-forge
triggers	["turn this process into a skill","standardize this workflow","make this repeatable","capture this procedure","formalize this multi-step task"]
tier	1
agents	["primary"]
tool_dependencies	["file_system"]
inputs	[{"name":"process_description","type":"string","description":"Description or transcript of the workflow executed at least twice to formalize","required":true}]
outputs	[{"name":"skill_file","type":"ref","format":"cas-ref","description":"Complete SKILL.md converting the implicit procedural knowledge into installable, agent-executable instructions"}]

Process-to-Skill Workflow

I. The Workflow

This is a 4-step workflow for transforming a process into a skill.

Step 1: Identify and Document the Process

Goal: Create a detailed record of the valuable workflow with concrete examples.

1. Identify a Candidate Process: Select a recently completed workflow that was successful and is likely to be repeated.
2. Use the Process Example Template: Create a new markdown file and use the template at references/process_example_template.md to document the process.
3. Be Detailed: For each step, document the goal, actions taken, tools used, inputs, and outputs.
4. Extract Key Insights: Document the key learnings, non-obvious steps, and reusable patterns from the process.

Step 2: Convert the Process to a Skill

Goal: Use the seed-to-skill-converter to transform the documented process into a SKILL.md file.

1. Invoke the Converter: Use the seed-to-skill-converter skill on the process example document you just created.
2. Deconstruct the Process: The converter will guide you through deconstructing the process into its core components (insight, trigger, process, outcome).
3. Draft the Skill: The converter will then help you draft a SKILL.md file using the standard template.

Step 3: Refine and Enhance the Skill

Goal: Improve the generated SKILL.md file to be a production-ready skill.

1. Add a Quality Checklist: Include a checklist of yes/no questions to ensure the skill is used correctly.
2. Add Best Practices: Document any non-obvious best practices or pitfalls to avoid.
3. Create Bundled Resources: If the skill requires any scripts, templates, or reference files, create them in the skill's directory.

Step 4: Validate and Deliver the Skill

Goal: Ensure the skill is complete, correct, and ready for use.

1. Validate Structure: Check that the SKILL.md has all required sections and grades against the skill-audit rubric.
2. Test the Skill: Use the skill in a real scenario to verify the workflow is complete and the instructions are clear.
3. Place the Skill: Add the skill directory to the appropriate plugin in the repository.