How to install skills in my agent?

Use the npx skills add command followed by the GitLab repository URL to install all skills at once. You can also install a specific skill with the -s flag, use the Agent Skills CLI, or manually copy the skill folder to your agent directory.

Which agents are compatible with skills?

Skills are compatible with Kiro, Cursor, Windsurf, Claude Code, and any other agent that supports the open Agent Skills format. The format is universal, lightweight, and based on Markdown files with structured metadata that agents load on demand via progressive disclosure.

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Introduction

What are Skills?

Skills are specialized knowledge modules that extend AI agent capabilities. Each skill encapsulates expertise in a specific domain — from development frameworks to marketing strategies — allowing the agent to operate with depth on complex tasks.

Why use Skills?

On-demand specialization: Activate only the knowledge needed for each task
Consistency: Ensure the agent follows documented standards and best practices
Reusability: Share knowledge across projects and teams
Continuous evolution: Update skills independently as technologies evolve

The Repository

The repository gitlab.com/fabriciotelles/skills is the central source of community-maintained skills. Each skill follows a standardized structure that facilitates discovery, activation, and usage.

Agent Skills are a lightweight, open format for extending AI agent capabilities with specialized knowledge and workflows. Each skill is a folder with a SKILL.md file containing metadata and instructions that agents load on demand via progressive disclosure. Learn more at agentskills.io.

Next Steps

How to Use — Learn how to install and configure skills
Skills Catalog — Explore available skills