tools-only Templates - Claude Code Guidance
This guide explains the template system for agents, commands, and standardized workflows.
Template Purpose
Location: templates/
Purpose: Reusable templates for consistent agent development, slash command creation, and workflow automation across all domains.
Available Templates
Agent Templates
Location: templates/agent-template.md (when created)
Usage: Starting point for creating new cs-* agents
Contains:
- YAML frontmatter structure
- Required markdown sections
- Workflow documentation format
- Integration examples pattern
When to Use: Creating any new agent in agents/ directory
Command Templates
Location: templates/command-template.md (when created)
Usage: Creating new slash commands
Contains:
- Command structure
- Argument parsing patterns
- Help documentation format
When to Use: Creating slash commands in commands/ directory
Workflow Templates
Location: templates/workflow-template.md (when created)
Usage: Documenting standard workflows across skills
Contains:
- Step-by-step format
- Expected outputs
- Error handling patterns
Template Usage Pattern
# 1. Copy template
cp templates/agent-template.md agents/domain/cs-new-agent.md
# 2. Customize for your agent
vim agents/domain/cs-new-agent.md
# 3. Follow template structure exactly
# 4. Test relative paths and integrations
# 5. Commit with conventional commit
git commit -m "feat(agents): implement cs-new-agent from template"
Related Documentation
- Agent Development:
../agents/CLAUDE.md- Comprehensive agent creation guide - Standards:
../standards/CLAUDE.md- Quality and consistency standards - Main Documentation:
../CLAUDE.md- Repository overview
Last Updated: November 5, 2025 Purpose: Consistent templates for rapid agent and workflow development