# Skill Template

> Template for creating new cybersecurity skills. Provides structure and examples for skill development.

- Skill: `davydany/skill-template` (Agent Skill, multi-file: 5 files)
- Install (CLI): `npx skillmds@latest add davydany/skill-template`
- Raw SKILL.md: https://api.skillmd.com/api/skills/davydany/skill-template/raw
- Safety review: pending
- Works with: Claude Code, Claude.ai, OpenAI Codex
- Category: Coding & Dev Tools
- Author: davydany (https://skillmd.com/u/davydany)
- Updated: 2026-09-22
- Page: https://skillmd.com/skills/davydany/skill-template

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# Skill Template

This is a template for creating new Claude Skills for cybersecurity. Replace this content with your specific skill information.

## Requirements

List all dependencies required for your skill:

- Python 3.8 or higher
- Required Python packages (list each one)
- External tools or services (if any)
- Minimum permissions needed
- Network access requirements (if any)

Example:
```bash
pip install requests beautifulsoup4 pandas
```

## Installation

Provide step-by-step installation instructions:

```bash
# Install dependencies
pip install -r requirements.txt

# Any additional setup steps
# For example, API key configuration, tool installation, etc.
```

## Usage

### Basic Usage

Explain the most common use case:

```bash
python scripts/main.py input.json
```

### Advanced Usage

Show more complex scenarios:

```bash
# Example with multiple options
python scripts/main.py --input input.json --output results.json --format detailed

# Example with directory processing
python scripts/main.py --directory /path/to/files --recursive
```

### Command Line Options

| Option | Description | Default |
|--------|-------------|---------|
| `--input, -i` | Input file path | Required |
| `--output, -o` | Output file path | stdout |
| `--format` | Output format (json, csv, text) | json |
| `--verbose, -v` | Enable verbose logging | False |
| `--help, -h` | Show help message | - |

## Examples

### Example 1: Basic Analysis

**Input:**
```json
{
  "example": "input",
  "data": "here"
}
```

**Command:**
```bash
python scripts/main.py examples/sample_input.json
```

**Output:**
```json
{
  "result": "analysis output",
  "status": "success",
  "findings": [
    {
      "type": "finding_type",
      "severity": "medium",
      "description": "Description of finding"
    }
  ]
}
```

### Example 2: Advanced Analysis

**Input:**
```bash
python scripts/main.py examples/complex_input.json --format detailed --verbose
```

**Output:**
Detailed analysis with explanations and recommendations.

## Output Format

### JSON Output

```json
{
  "metadata": {
    "skill": "skill-name",
    "version": "1.0.0",
    "timestamp": "2024-01-01T12:00:00Z",
    "input_file": "input.json"
  },
  "summary": {
    "total_items": 100,
    "processed": 95,
    "errors": 5,
    "warnings": 12
  },
  "results": [
    {
      "item_id": "item-1",
      "status": "success|warning|error",
      "findings": [],
      "recommendations": []
    }
  ],
  "errors": [
    {
      "item_id": "item-6",
      "error_type": "validation_error",
      "message": "Detailed error message"
    }
  ]
}
```

### CSV Output

For tabular data, provide CSV format option:
```csv
item_id,status,severity,finding_type,description
item-1,success,info,compliance,Item meets requirements
item-2,warning,medium,security,Potential security issue detected
```

## Security Considerations

Document important security aspects:

### Data Handling
- This skill processes [type of data]
- Sensitive information is [how it's handled]
- Data is [where it's stored/transmitted]
- Recommend using synthetic data for testing

### Permissions
- Minimum required permissions: [list permissions]
- Why these permissions are needed
- How to run with minimal privileges

### Network Security
- Network connections made: [list destinations]
- Data transmission security: [encryption details]
- Firewall considerations: [required ports/protocols]

### Compliance
- Relevant compliance frameworks: [NIST, ISO, etc.]
- Data privacy considerations: [GDPR, CCPA, etc.]
- Audit logging: [what's logged and where]

## Error Handling

Common errors and solutions:

### Error: "Module not found"
**Cause:** Missing dependencies
**Solution:** 
```bash
pip install -r requirements.txt
```

### Error: "Permission denied"
**Cause:** Insufficient file permissions
**Solution:**
```bash
chmod +r input_file.json
```

### Error: "Invalid input format"
**Cause:** Input data doesn't match expected format
**Solution:** Check input format against examples

## Integration

### SIEM Integration

For Splunk:
```bash
python scripts/main.py input.json | splunk add oneshot -sourcetype security_analysis
```

For Elastic:
```bash
python scripts/main.py input.json --format json | curl -X POST "localhost:9200/security/_doc" -H "Content-Type: application/json" -d @-
```

### API Integration

```python
from skills.skill_template import SkillTemplate

# Initialize skill
skill = SkillTemplate()

# Process data
result = skill.analyze(input_data)

# Handle results
if result.success:
    print(f"Analysis complete: {result.summary}")
else:
    print(f"Analysis failed: {result.error}")
```

### Pipeline Integration

For CI/CD pipelines:
```yaml
# GitHub Actions example
- name: Run Security Analysis
  run: |
    python scripts/main.py security-data.json --format json > results.json
    if [ $? -ne 0 ]; then exit 1; fi
```

## Testing

### Unit Tests
```bash
python -m pytest tests/
```

### Integration Tests
```bash
python tests/integration_test.py
```

### Sample Data
Use the provided sample data in the `examples/` directory for testing:
- `examples/valid_input.json` - Valid input that should pass
- `examples/invalid_input.json` - Invalid input that should fail gracefully
- `examples/edge_case.json` - Edge cases and boundary conditions

## Development

### Project Structure
```
skill-template/
├── SKILL.md              # This file
├── requirements.txt      # Python dependencies
├── scripts/
│   ├── main.py          # Main script
│   ├── __init__.py      # Package initialization
│   └── utils.py         # Helper functions
├── examples/
│   ├── sample_input.json
│   ├── sample_output.json
│   └── README.md
├── tests/
│   ├── test_main.py
│   └── test_utils.py
└── docs/
    └── technical_details.md
```

### Adding Features
1. Create feature branch
2. Add functionality to appropriate module
3. Add tests for new functionality
4. Update documentation
5. Submit pull request

### Code Standards
- Follow PEP 8 style guidelines
- Use type hints for function parameters and returns
- Include docstrings for all functions and classes
- Handle errors gracefully
- Log important operations
- Validate all inputs
- Never log sensitive information

## Troubleshooting

### Debug Mode
Enable debug logging:
```bash
python scripts/main.py input.json --debug
```

### Common Issues
1. **Slow Performance**: Process smaller batches or optimize data structures
2. **Memory Issues**: Use streaming for large datasets
3. **Network Timeouts**: Implement retry logic with exponential backoff

### Getting Help
- Review the [FAQ](../../docs/FAQ.md)
- Check [GitHub Issues](https://github.com/yourrepo/issues)
- Join our [Discord Community](https://discord.gg/claude-security)

## Contributing

To improve this skill:
1. Fork the repository
2. Create a feature branch
3. Make your changes
4. Add tests
5. Update documentation
6. Submit a pull request

See [Contributing Guidelines](../../CONTRIBUTING.md) for detailed information.

## License

This skill is licensed under the MIT License - see the [LICENSE](../../LICENSE) file for details.

## Changelog

### Version 1.0.0
- Initial release
- Basic functionality implemented
- Documentation complete

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**Note:** Remember to replace all template content with your actual skill implementation. Remove this note when creating your real skill.