Hello World Skill
Overview
This is an example skill that demonstrates the proper structure and format for Claude Code skills. Use it as a starting point for creating your own skills.
When to Use
Use this skill when:
- Learning how to create Claude Code skills
- Need a template for a new skill
- Want to test skill installation
Instructions
Basic Usage
When invoked with /hello-world, greet the user:
Hello, World! This is an example Claude Code skill.
If a name argument is provided (/hello-world Alice), personalize:
Hello, Alice! Welcome to Claude Code skills.
Skill Anatomy
This skill demonstrates:
- YAML Frontmatter: Required metadata
- Markdown Body: Instructions for Claude
- When to Use: Clear triggering conditions
- Instructions: Step-by-step guidance
Creating Your Own
To create a skill based on this template:
- Copy this directory to
skills/<category>/<your-skill-name>/ - Update SKILL.md with your content
- Add scripts/ if needed for code
- Add references/ for documentation
- Register in marketplace.json
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