# Ori Syntax > Ori language syntax reference. Use when writing Ori code, checking syntax, understanding types, patterns, or prelude functions. Use when this capability is needed. - Skill: `tomevault-io/ori-syntax` (Agent Skill, multi-file: 2 files) - Install (CLI): `npx skillmds@latest add tomevault-io/ori-syntax` - Raw SKILL.md: https://api.skillmd.com/api/skills/tomevault-io/ori-syntax/raw - Safety review: pending (external: skill-scanner PASS, skillspector PASS) - Works with: Claude Code, Claude.ai, OpenAI Codex - Category: Coding & Dev Tools - Author: tomevault-io (https://skillmd.com/u/tomevault-io) - Updated: 2026-09-17 - Page: https://skillmd.com/skills/tomevault-io/ori-syntax --- # Ori Syntax Reference Load and apply the Ori language syntax reference for the current task. **Action**: Read `.claude/rules/ori-syntax.md` and use it to assist with: - Writing correct Ori syntax - Understanding types, traits, and patterns - Using prelude functions and methods - Following Ori formatting conventions The reference covers: declarations, types, literals, operators, expressions, patterns, imports, FFI, capabilities, and the full prelude. **Remember**: Ori is expression-based with NO `return` keyword. The last expression in a block IS its value. --- > Converted and distributed by [TomeVault](https://tomevault.io/claim/upstat-io) — claim your Tome and manage your conversions.