🛡️ File Reference Skill

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This skill securely resolves and uses supporting files within a skill directory to streamline data processing and reporting.

QUICK INSTALL
npx playbooks add skill maxvaega/skillkit --skill file-reference-skill

About File Reference Skill

The File Reference Skill is a security tool that enables the secure resolution and use of supporting files within a skill directory, streamlining data processing and reporting. It is used to connect to and utilize relevant files in a secure manner, facilitating efficient data handling. Developers would reach for this skill when they need to access and process external files while maintaining security protocols.

This compact 18-word instruction set is purpose-built for security work in AI coding agents. Install with a single command.

Use Cases

  • Auditing code for OWASP Top 10 vulnerabilities
  • Implementing authentication and authorization patterns
  • Reviewing API security, rate limiting, and input validation
  • Hardening infrastructure and dependency security

Example Prompts

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System Prompt (18 words)

This skill securely resolves and uses supporting files within a skill directory to streamline data processing and reporting.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is File Reference Skill?

File Reference Skill is a free security skill for AI coding agents. This skill securely resolves and uses supporting files within a skill directory to streamline data processing and reporting.. It provides a specialized system prompt that configures your agent with security expertise.

How do I use File Reference Skill with Claude Code?

Run npx playbooks add skill maxvaega/skillkit --skill file-reference-skill in your terminal to install File Reference Skill into your Claude Code session. It works immediately after installation.

Which AI coding agents work with File Reference Skill?

File Reference 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 File Reference Skill free to use?

Yes, File Reference Skill is completely free and open source. The full source is available on GitHub at https://github.com/maxvaega/skillkit/tree/main/examples/skills/file-reference-skill. You only need a subscription to the AI agent you use it with.

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