example-skill

--- 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: 1. **Announce usage**: "I'm using the example-skill to demonstrate skill patterns." 2. **Progressive disclosure**: Load additional context from `references/` only when needed: - For pattern examples → Read `references/patterns.md` - For templates → Use `assets/template.txt` 3. **Keep it concise**: The SKILL.md file should stay under 500 lines. Move detailed content to reference files. ## Examples <example> 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: ... </example> ## 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)