Skill Authoring Framework FAQs

Question 1

How do I use TDD for documentation?

Accepted Answer

You create a 'pressure scenario' where the agent fails without instructions, write the skill, verify the agent now complies (passes), and then refactor the skill for clarity and token efficiency.

Question 2

When should I create a new skill?

Accepted Answer

Create a skill when you identify a technique that isn't intuitively obvious, applies across multiple projects, and would benefit from a standardized reference pattern.

Question 3

What is Claude Search Optimization (CSO)?

Accepted Answer

CSO is a set of techniques used to ensure Claude can find and load the correct skill when needed, primarily by using specific 'Use when...' triggers in the description field.

Question 4

What is a Claude Code Skill?

Accepted Answer

A Claude Code Skill is a specialized reference guide containing patterns, tools, and best practices that enhance the agent's behavior when performing specific tasks.

Question 5

How does this framework improve token efficiency?

Accepted Answer

It provides strict word count targets and techniques like moving details to tool help or using cross-references to prevent skills from consuming excessive context window space.

Skill Authoring Framework

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Skill Authoring Framework

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Key Features

Use Cases