Skill Writing & Documentation TDD FAQs

Question 1

What is a Claude Code Skill?

Accepted Answer

A Claude Code Skill is a specialized reference guide that provides domain-specific guidance, patterns, and tools to enhance Claude's behavior during specific tasks.

Question 2

What is Claude Search Optimization (CSO)?

Accepted Answer

CSO is the practice of structuring skill descriptions so Claude can easily find and trigger them. It focuses on using 'Use when' statements that describe triggering conditions rather than summarizing workflows.

Question 3

Where are personal Claude Code skills stored?

Accepted Answer

Personal skills for Claude Code are typically stored in the ~/.claude/skills directory, organized by skill-specific subdirectories.

Question 4

How do I keep my Claude skills token-efficient?

Accepted Answer

To save context, keep high-frequency skills under 200 words, move heavy reference material to separate files, and use cross-references instead of repeating instructions.

Question 5

Why apply TDD to documentation?

Accepted Answer

Using TDD for skills ensures that the documentation actually solves a problem. By watching an agent fail a task without the skill (RED) and pass it with the skill (GREEN), you verify the skill's effectiveness.

Skill Writing & Documentation TDD

Key Features

Use Cases

Skill Writing & Documentation TDD

Key Features

Use Cases