better-skill-builder

🥈Silver

Teaches AI agents to build skills for Claude Code, Codex, Amp, and OpenCode. Uses production patterns from gno, sheets-cli, raindrop, outlookctl, and flow. Helps operations teams automate workflows.

800Updated 4mo ago

Intermediate30min to implementautomation

Saves ~210 min per use

Quick InstallView Source

git clone https://github.com/gmickel/better-skill-builder.git

Works with:

Claude

Overview

About This Skill

better-skill-builder is a skill that teaches AI agents how to create skills for Claude Code, Codex, Amp, and OpenCode. Unlike theoretical approaches, it grounds instruction in five production skills: gno, sheets-cli, raindrop, outlookctl, and flow. The skill covers practical patterns including safety-first design (draft-first workflows, confirmation gates), authentication methods (environment variables and OAuth), CLI integration, and distribution options (git clone, CLI install, plugins). It emphasizes keeping SKILL.md concise by linking to external references rather than inlining specifications, ensuring skills remain maintainable as documentation updates. Operations teams and developers benefit from learning these battle-tested practices to build reliable, distributable skills.

How to Use

Clone the skill into your client's skills directory: `git clone https://github.com/gmickel/better-skill-builder ~/.claude/skills/better-skill-builder`. Then ask your AI agent: 'How do I create a SKILL.md? Use my skills.' Reference the included guides for SKILL.md format, script integration, design patterns, and real examples.

Use Cases

Create skills that integrate Google Sheets with AI agents for data management

Build local knowledge engines that index notes and documents offline

Automate Outlook email and calendar workflows with safety-first confirmation gates

Wrap REST APIs as composable skills for multi-platform deployment

Setup & Installation

Quick Install

No install command available. Check the GitHub repository for manual installation instructions.

Alternative Install (Git Clone)

git clone https://github.com/gmickel/better-skill-builder

Requirements

Claude Code or compatible AI agent
Works with: Claude

Quick Start Guide

Install the Skill

Copy the install command above and run it in your terminal.

Open Your AI Agent

Launch Claude Code, Cursor, or your preferred AI coding agent.

Try It Out

Use the prompt template or examples below to test the skill.

Customize

Adapt the skill to your specific use case and workflow.

Usage Examples

Prompt Template

Act as a skill builder for [AI_PLATFORM]. Create a new skill called [SKILL_NAME] that automates [WORKFLOW_TASK] for [INDUSTRY]. Use production patterns from tools like gno, sheets-cli, raindrop, outlookctl, and flow. Ensure the skill is compatible with [AI_PLATFORM] and can be deployed in a production environment. Provide the skill code and a brief description of how it works.

Example Output

```markdown
# Skill: Automated Data Backup for Cloud Storage

## Description
This skill automates the backup of critical data from cloud storage services to a secure, off-site location. It is designed for operations teams in the [INDUSTRY] industry who need to ensure data redundancy and disaster recovery.

## Features
- **Automated Scheduling**: The skill can be scheduled to run backups at specified intervals.
- **Multi-Platform Support**: Compatible with major cloud storage providers like AWS S3, Google Cloud Storage, and Azure Blob Storage.
- **Encryption**: Data is encrypted during transfer and storage to ensure security.
- **Logging**: Detailed logs are maintained for audit and troubleshooting purposes.

## Code
```python
# Import necessary libraries
import boto3
import google.cloud.storage as gcs
from azure.storage.blob import BlobServiceClient

# Define the backup function
def backup_data(source, destination):
    if source == 'aws':
        # AWS S3 backup logic here
        pass
    elif source == 'google':
        # Google Cloud Storage backup logic here
        pass
    elif source == 'azure':
        # Azure Blob Storage backup logic here
        pass

# Schedule the backup
def schedule_backup(interval):
    # Scheduling logic here
    pass

# Main function
if __name__ == '__main__':
    source = 'aws'  # Example source
    destination = 'secure_offsite'  # Example destination
    interval = 'daily'  # Example interval
    backup_data(source, destination)
    schedule_backup(interval)
```

## How to Use
1. Install the necessary libraries for your cloud storage provider.
2. Configure the backup function with your specific source and destination details.
3. Schedule the backup to run at your desired interval.
4. Monitor the logs for any issues or errors.
```