🧪 Build Skill

Implement features and changes from implementation plans. Takes a plan file path as input and executes the implementation steps, then reports changes. Use when you have a detailed plan document and need to code it up, or want to implement specifications written in markdown format.

QUICK INSTALL
npx playbooks add skill djacobsmeyer/claude-skills-engineering --skill build-skill

About Build Skill

Implement features and changes from implementation plans. Takes a plan file path as input and executes the implementation steps, then reports changes. Use when you have a detailed plan document and need to code it up, or want to implement specifications written in markdown format.

This compact 45-word instruction set is purpose-built for testing & qa work in AI coding agents. Install with a single command.

Use Cases

  • Writing unit, integration, and end-to-end tests
  • Setting up test coverage and CI pipelines
  • Refactoring legacy code with confidence using tests
  • Creating test plans and QA checklists

Example Prompts

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System Prompt (45 words)

Implement features and changes from implementation plans. Takes a plan file path as input and executes the implementation steps, then reports changes. Use when you have a detailed plan document and need to code it up, or want to implement specifications written in markdown format.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Build Skill?

Build Skill is a free testing & qa skill for AI coding agents. Implement features and changes from implementation plans. Takes a plan file path as input and executes the implementation steps, then reports changes. Use when you have a detailed plan document and need to code it up, or want to implement specifications written in markdown format.. It provides a specialized system prompt that configures your agent with testing & qa expertise.

How do I use Build Skill with Claude Code?

Run npx playbooks add skill djacobsmeyer/claude-skills-engineering --skill build-skill in your terminal to install Build Skill into your Claude Code session. It works immediately after installation.

Which AI coding agents work with Build Skill?

Build Skill is compatible with Claude Code, Cursor, GitHub Copilot, Windsurf, OpenClaw, Cline, and any AI agent that supports custom system prompts or .cursorrules files.

Is Build Skill free to use?

Yes, Build Skill is completely free and open source. The full source is available on GitHub at https://github.com/djacobsmeyer/claude-skills-engineering/tree/main/plugins/build-skill. You only need a subscription to the AI agent you use it with.

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