name: template-skill
description: A template for creating new Agent Skills. Replace this with a clear description of what your skill does and when Claude should use it.
version: 1.0.0
author: Your Name
tags: [template, example]

Template Skill

Replace this section with a brief overview of your skill. Explain what it does and what problems it solves.

Instructions

Provide step-by-step instructions for Claude to follow when using this skill:

1. First step - describe what to do
2. Second step - provide clear guidance
3. Third step - include any conditions or branches
4. Final step - describe expected outcomes

When to Use This Skill

Explain the specific scenarios where this skill should be activated:
- Scenario 1
- Scenario 2
- Scenario 3

When NOT to Use This Skill

Clarify situations where this skill is not appropriate:
- Anti-pattern 1
- Anti-pattern 2

Examples

Example 1: Basic Usage

Provide a concrete example of the skill in action:

Input: [Example input]
Process: [What the skill does]
Output: [Expected result]

Example 2: Advanced Usage

Show a more complex use case:

Input: [More complex input]
Process: [Detailed steps]
Output: [Expected result]

Guidelines

List important rules and best practices:

• Validation: Always validate inputs before processing
• Error Handling: Provide clear error messages when something goes wrong
• Best Practice 1: Description
• Best Practice 2: Description
• Security: Any security considerations

Common Pitfalls

Help Claude avoid common mistakes:

• Pitfall 1: What to avoid and why
• Pitfall 2: Another common mistake
• Pitfall 3: How to handle edge cases

Additional Resources

If your skill has additional documentation, reference it here:

• reference.md - Detailed API or technical reference
• examples.md - Extended examples and use cases
• troubleshooting.md - Common issues and solutions

Dependencies

List any requirements or dependencies:

• Python 3.8+ (if applicable)
• Required packages: pandas, numpy
• External APIs or services
• Required environment variables

Notes

Any additional notes or context:

• Known limitations
• Future improvements
• Version history
• Related skills