SOP-011: Skills
DOCUMENT CONTROL
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| SOP ID | SOP-011 |
| Version | 1.0 |
| Status | Active |
Purpose
Configure and use skills to give Claude Code specialized capabilities.
What are Skills?
Skills are specialized modules that:
- Provide domain expertise
- Include specific prompts
- Add relevant tools
- Enable specialized workflows
Built-in Skills
| Skill | Purpose |
|---|---|
| coding | General programming |
| testing | Test creation |
| debugging | Bug finding |
| docs | Documentation |
| review | Code review |
Activating Skills
Via slash command: /skill testing
Or configure in settings under the skills key.
Creating Custom Skills
Create skill files in .claude/skills/ directory.
Example: .claude/skills/api-design.md with your skill prompt.
Best Practices
Skill Tips
- Use skills for specialized tasks
- Combine skills when appropriate
- Create project-specific skills
- Keep skills focused and clear