# example-skill

> Example skill showing the format

- Author: Mike Giver
- Repository: giverm/claude-guidelines-template
- Version: 20260207175000
- Stars: 0
- Forks: 0
- Last Updated: 2026-02-07
- Source: https://github.com/giverm/claude-guidelines-template
- Web: https://mule.run/skillshub/@@giverm/claude-guidelines-template~example-skill:20260207175000

---

---
name: example-skill
description: Example skill showing the format
version: 1.0.0
category: example
---

# Example Skill

**Purpose:** This is an example skill demonstrating the format and structure.

**Replace this with your actual skill content.**

## When to Use This Skill

Use `/example-skill` when:
- You want to see how skills are structured
- You're creating your own skill

## Instructions

Skills contain detailed, step-by-step instructions that are loaded on-demand when invoked with `/skill-name`.

### Step 1: Create Frontmatter

```yaml
---
name: skill-name
description: Brief description
version: 1.0.0
category: workflow|review|git|testing
---
```

### Step 2: Write Instructions

Write clear, actionable instructions:
- Use headings to organize
- Include examples
- Provide context
- Add checklists

### Step 3: Add to Build Config

In `builds.yml`:
```yaml
skills:
  - skill-name
```

## Example

```markdown
---
name: commit
description: Create well-formatted git commits
---

# Commit Guidelines

Before committing:
- [ ] Run tests
- [ ] Run linter
- [ ] Review diff

Format:
- Title <72 characters
- Body explains why
```

## Tips

**Skills are great for:**
- Workflows >50 lines
- Detailed checklists
- Reference material
- Task-specific instructions

**Keep in main guidelines:**
- Frequently-needed info
- Concise patterns
- Core principles