import argparse
import re
import sys
from pathlib import Path
MAX_SKILL_NAME_LENGTH = 64
ALLOWED_RESOURCES = {"scripts", "references", "assets"}
SKILL_TEMPLATE = """---
name: {skill_name}
description: [TODO: Complete and informative explanation of what the skill does and when to use it. Include WHEN to use this skill - specific scenarios, file types, or tasks that trigger it.]
---
# {skill_title}
## Overview
[TODO: 1-2 sentences explaining what this skill enables]
## Structuring This Skill
[TODO: Choose the structure that best fits this skill's purpose. Common patterns:
**1. Workflow-Based** (best for sequential processes)
- Works well when there are clear step-by-step procedures
- Example: DOCX skill with "Workflow Decision Tree" -> "Reading" -> "Creating" -> "Editing"
- Structure: ## Overview -> ## Workflow Decision Tree -> ## Step 1 -> ## Step 2...
**2. Task-Based** (best for tool collections)
- Works well when the skill offers different operations/capabilities
- Example: PDF skill with "Quick Start" -> "Merge PDFs" -> "Split PDFs" -> "Extract Text"
- Structure: ## Overview -> ## Quick Start -> ## Task Category 1 -> ## Task Category 2...
**3. Reference/Guidelines** (best for standards or specifications)
- Works well for brand guidelines, coding standards, or requirements
- Example: Brand styling with "Brand Guidelines" -> "Colors" -> "Typography" -> "Features"
- Structure: ## Overview -> ## Guidelines -> ## Specifications -> ## Usage...
**4. Capabilities-Based** (best for integrated systems)
- Works well when the skill provides multiple interrelated features
- Example: Product Management with "Core Capabilities" -> numbered capability list
- Structure: ## Overview -> ## Core Capabilities -> ### 1. Feature -> ### 2. Feature...
Patterns can be mixed and matched as needed. Most skills combine patterns (e.g., start with task-based, add workflow for complex operations).
Delete this entire "Structuring This Skill" section when done - it's just guidance.]
## [TODO: Replace with the first main section based on chosen structure]
[TODO: Add content here. See examples in existing skills:
- Code samples for technical skills
- Decision trees for complex workflows
- Concrete examples with realistic user requests
- References to scripts/templates/references as needed]
## Resources (optional)
Create only the resource directories this skill actually needs. Delete this section if no resources are required.
### scripts/
Executable code for deterministic, repeatable tasks. Use when the same code is being rewritten repeatedly.
### references/
Documentation loaded into context as needed. Use for detailed reference material, schemas, examples.
### assets/
Files used in output (not loaded into context). Use for templates, images, boilerplate code.
"""
EXAMPLE_SCRIPT = '''#!/usr/bin/env python3
"""
Example script for {skill_title}
This is a placeholder script. Replace with actual functionality.
Usage:
python scripts/example_script.py [arguments]
"""
import sys
def main():
"""Main entry point."""
print("Hello from {skill_name} skill!")
print(f"Arguments: {{sys.argv[1:]}}")
# TODO: Add actual script logic here
# This could be data processing, file conversion, API calls, etc.
if __name__ == "__main__":
main()
'''
EXAMPLE_REFERENCE = """# Reference Documentation for {skill_title}
This is a placeholder for detailed reference documentation.
Replace with actual reference content or delete if not needed.
Example real reference docs from other skills:
- product-management/references/communication.md - Comprehensive guide for status updates
- product-management/references/context_building.md - Deep-dive on gathering context
- bigquery/references/ - API references and query examples
## When Reference Docs Are Useful
Reference docs are ideal for:
- Comprehensive API documentation
- Detailed workflow guides
- Complex multi-step processes
- Information too lengthy for main SKILL.md
- Content that's only needed for specific use cases
## Structure Suggestions
### API Reference Example
- Overview
- Authentication
- Endpoints with examples
- Error codes
- Rate limits
### Workflow Guide Example
- Prerequisites
- Step-by-step instructions
- Common patterns
- Troubleshooting
- Best practices
"""
EXAMPLE_ASSET = """# Example Asset File
This placeholder represents where asset files would be stored.
Replace with actual asset files (templates, images, fonts, etc.) or delete if not needed.
Asset files are NOT intended to be loaded into context, but rather used within
the output the agent produces.
Example asset files from other skills:
- Brand guidelines: logo.png, slides_template.pptx
- Frontend builder: hello-world/ directory with HTML/React boilerplate
- Typography: custom-font.ttf, font-family.woff2
- Data: sample_data.csv, test_dataset.json
## Common Asset Types
- Templates: .pptx, .docx, boilerplate directories
- Images: .png, .jpg, .svg, .gif
- Fonts: .ttf, .otf, .woff, .woff2
- Boilerplate code: Project directories, starter files
- Icons: .ico, .svg
- Data files: .csv, .json, .xml, .yaml
Note: This is a text placeholder. Actual assets can be any file type.
"""
def normalize_skill_name(skill_name):
name = skill_name.lower()
name = re.sub(r"[\s_]+", "-", name)
name = re.sub(r"[^a-z0-9-]", "", name)
name = re.sub(r"-+", "-", name)
name = name.strip("-")
return name
def title_case_skill_name(skill_name):
return " ".join(word.capitalize() for word in skill_name.split("-"))
def parse_resources(raw_resources):
if not raw_resources:
return []
resources = [r.strip().lower() for r in raw_resources.split(",")]
invalid = set(resources) - ALLOWED_RESOURCES
if invalid:
print(f"[ERROR] Invalid resource types: {', '.join(invalid)}")
print(f" Allowed: {', '.join(sorted(ALLOWED_RESOURCES))}")
sys.exit(1)
return resources
def create_resource_dirs(skill_dir, skill_name, skill_title, resources, include_examples):
for resource in resources:
resource_dir = skill_dir / resource
resource_dir.mkdir(parents=True, exist_ok=True)
print(f"[OK] Created {resource}/ directory")
if include_examples:
if resource == "scripts":
script_path = resource_dir / "example_script.py"
content = EXAMPLE_SCRIPT.format(
skill_name=skill_name, skill_title=skill_title
)
script_path.write_text(content)
script_path.chmod(0o755)
print(f" Created example: {script_path.name}")
elif resource == "references":
ref_path = resource_dir / "example_reference.md"
content = EXAMPLE_REFERENCE.format(skill_title=skill_title)
ref_path.write_text(content)
print(f" Created example: {ref_path.name}")
elif resource == "assets":
asset_path = resource_dir / "README.md"
asset_path.write_text(EXAMPLE_ASSET)
print(f" Created example: {asset_path.name}")
def init_skill(skill_name, path, resources, include_examples):
skill_dir = Path(path).resolve() / skill_name
if skill_dir.exists():
print(f"[ERROR] Skill directory already exists: {skill_dir}")
return None
try:
skill_dir.mkdir(parents=True, exist_ok=False)
print(f"[OK] Created skill directory: {skill_dir}")
except Exception as e:
print(f"[ERROR] Error creating directory: {e}")
return None
skill_title = title_case_skill_name(skill_name)
skill_content = SKILL_TEMPLATE.format(skill_name=skill_name, skill_title=skill_title)
skill_md_path = skill_dir / "SKILL.md"
try:
skill_md_path.write_text(skill_content)
print("[OK] Created SKILL.md")
except Exception as e:
print(f"[ERROR] Error creating SKILL.md: {e}")
return None
if resources:
try:
create_resource_dirs(skill_dir, skill_name, skill_title, resources, include_examples)
except Exception as e:
print(f"[ERROR] Error creating resource directories: {e}")
return None
print(f"\n[OK] Skill '{skill_name}' initialized successfully at {skill_dir}")
print("\nNext steps:")
print("1. Edit SKILL.md to complete the TODO items and update the description")
if resources:
if include_examples:
print("2. Replace or delete the example files in resource directories")
print("3. Add your actual scripts, references, or assets")
else:
print("2. Add scripts, references, or assets to the resource directories")
print("\nWhen done, package with: scripts/package_skill.py <path/to/skill>")
return skill_dir
def main():
parser = argparse.ArgumentParser(
description="Create a new skill directory with a SKILL.md template.",
)
parser.add_argument("skill_name", help="Skill name (normalized to hyphen-case)")
parser.add_argument("--path", required=True, help="Output directory for the skill")
parser.add_argument(
"--resources",
default="",
help="Comma-separated list: scripts,references,assets",
)
parser.add_argument(
"--examples",
action="store_true",
help="Create example files inside the selected resource directories",
)
args = parser.parse_args()
raw_skill_name = args.skill_name
skill_name = normalize_skill_name(raw_skill_name)
if not skill_name:
print("[ERROR] Skill name must include at least one letter or digit.")
sys.exit(1)
if len(skill_name) > MAX_SKILL_NAME_LENGTH:
print(
f"[ERROR] Skill name '{skill_name}' is too long ({len(skill_name)} characters). "
f"Maximum is {MAX_SKILL_NAME_LENGTH} characters."
)
sys.exit(1)
if skill_name != raw_skill_name:
print(f"Note: Normalized skill name from '{raw_skill_name}' to '{skill_name}'.")
resources = parse_resources(args.resources)
if args.examples and not resources:
print("[ERROR] --examples requires --resources to be set.")
sys.exit(1)
path = args.path
print(f"Initializing skill: {skill_name}")
print(f" Location: {path}")
if resources:
print(f" Resources: {', '.join(resources)}")
if args.examples:
print(" Examples: enabled")
else:
print(" Resources: none (create as needed)")
print()
result = init_skill(skill_name, path, resources, args.examples)
if result:
sys.exit(0)
else:
sys.exit(1)
if __name__ == "__main__":
main()