About example-skill
example-skill is a template for developers creating an Agent skill. It lays out placeholder concepts, task references, code patterns, and supporting documentation.
Key features
- 01Skill content template
- 02Dependency check example
- 03Concept and task reference tables
- 04Code pattern examples
- 05Reference documentation pointers
Use cases
- 01Create a documentation outline for a new skill
- 02Add code examples and common patterns to a skill
- 03Organize troubleshooting references
Install
Copy the command and run it in a terminal.
$
npx skills add https:/ / github.com/ tondevrel/ scientific-agent-skills --skill example-skillAfter installing, type/example-skillin Claude Code to confirm it loaded.
Bundled filesreferences/examples.mdreferences/troubleshooting.md
Details
From the project READMEExample Skill
This is a template skill. Replace with your actual skill content.
FIRST: Verify Prerequisites
Check any required dependencies or setup:
# Example: verify a package is installed
pip install your-package
Key Concepts
- Concept 1: Brief explanation
- Concept 2: Brief explanation
- Concept 3: Brief explanation
Quick Reference
| Task | How to Do It |
|---|---|
| Task 1 | code_or_method() |
| Task 2 | another_method() |
| Task 3 | third_method() |
Common Patterns
Pattern Name
# Example code pattern
def example_function():
pass
Another Pattern
# Another example
class ExampleClass:
def __init__(self):
pass
Detailed References
- references/examples.md - Code examples and templates
- references/troubleshooting.md - Common issues
Best Practices
- First best practice
- Second best practice
- Third best practice
Comments
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