name: hello-world description: Example skill demonstrating proper skill structure. Use this as a template for creating your own skills. argument-hint: [name]

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:

1. YAML Frontmatter: Required metadata
2. Markdown Body: Instructions for Claude
3. When to Use: Clear triggering conditions
4. Instructions: Step-by-step guidance

Creating Your Own

To create a skill based on this template:

1. Copy this directory to skills/<category>/<your-skill-name>/
2. Update SKILL.md with your content
3. Add scripts/ if needed for code
4. Add references/ for documentation
5. Register in marketplace.json

Resources

• Contributing Guide