Example Skill

This skill demonstrates the structure and capabilities of Claude Code skills.

When to Use This Skill

Use this skill when:

• Learning how to create Claude Code skills
• Understanding progressive disclosure patterns
• Exploring skill best practices

Core Instructions

When this skill is active:

1. Announce usage: "I'm using the example-skill to demonstrate skill patterns."

2. Progressive disclosure: Load additional context from references/ only when needed:

   • For pattern examples → Read references/patterns.md
   • For templates → Use assets/template.txt

3. Keep it concise: The SKILL.md file should stay under 500 lines. Move detailed content to reference files.

Examples

<example> user: Show me an example pattern assistant: I'm using the example-skill to demonstrate skill patterns. Let me load the patterns reference... [Reads references/patterns.md] Here's the pattern: ... </example>

Best Practices Demonstrated

• Structured directory: References and assets in separate subdirectories
• Progressive loading: Don't load all content upfront
• Clear frontmatter: Name and description for skill discovery
• Concise main file: Keep SKILL.md focused and lean

Reference Files

• references/patterns.md: Detailed pattern examples (loaded on demand)
• assets/template.txt: Reusable template (loaded when needed)