adapt-skill
Adapt a skill written for another AI coding assistant (Claude Code, Cursor, etc.) into a properly structured Amplifier SKILL.md file. Reads the source skill, identifies platform-specific conventions, researches the source platform if needed, and produces an Amplifier-native skill conforming to the Agent Skills specific Published by microsoft in amplifier-bundle-skills.
What is adapt-skill?
Adapt a skill written for another AI coding assistant (Claude Code, Cursor, etc.) into a properly structured Amplifier SKILL.md file. Reads the source skill, identifies platform-specific conventions, researches the source platform if needed, and produces an Amplifier-native skill conforming to the Agent Skills specific Published by microsoft in amplifier-bundle-skills. This profile combines repository metadata with install, compatibility, and usage signals so developers can quickly decide whether it fits their agent workflow before opening the source repository.
Automated repository signals based on public metadata such as recency, license, installation evidence, and adoption. These are not a security audit or endorsement.
Key capabilities
- Includes SKILL.md support
- Reusable instructions support
- Testing
- Writing
- Testing use cases
- Writing use cases
Technical details
- Install or run with Copy skill directory
When to use adapt-skill
- Use it for testing.
- Use it for writing.
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Source
- Creator: microsoft
- Repository: microsoft/amplifier-bundle-skills
- Skill file: skills/adapt-skill/SKILL.md
What it does
Adapt a skill written for another AI coding assistant (Claude Code, Cursor, etc.) into a properly structured Amplifier SKILL.md file. Reads the source skill, identifies platform-specific conventions, researches the source platform if needed, and produces an Amplifier-native skill conforming to the Agent Skills specific
Skill instructions
Adapt Skill Adapt a skill from another AI coding assistant into a properly structured Amplifier SKILL.md. The output must conform to the Agent Skills specification with Amplifier extensions and be immediately usable via /skill-name. Inputs - $ARGUMENTS: (Optional) Path to the source skill file or description of what to adapt. Steps 1. Consult Skills-Assist Before writing any skill content, load the authoritative skills reference: loadskill("skills-assist") Ask skills-assist about: - Current frontmatter field reference and best practices - Fork vs inline decision criteria - Step annotation conventions - Testing patterns for the type of skill being created skills-assist is the source of truth for Amplifier skill conventions. The examples in this skill are illustrative samples — consult skills-assist for the complete and up-to-date specification. Success criteria: You have loaded and consulted skills-assist for the latest skill authoring conventions. 2. Explore the Target Bundle If the us
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Frequently asked questions
What is adapt-skill?
adapt-skill is a open-source AI agent skill with Copy skill directory. Adapt a skill written for another AI coding assistant (Claude Code, Cursor, etc.) into a properly structured Amplifier SKILL.md file.
Who is adapt-skill best for?
adapt-skill is best for reusing agent instructions, scripts, and references, testing workflows, writing workflows.
How do I install adapt-skill?
Install or run adapt-skill using Copy skill directory. Check adapt-skill for the latest setup command.
Is adapt-skill actively maintained?
adapt-skill may need a closer maintenance check before production use.
