Skill Authoring & TDD Documentation FAQs

Question 1

What is Claude Search Optimization (CSO)?

Accepted Answer

CSO is a set of techniques, such as specific description formatting and keyword coverage, that ensures Claude can accurately find and trigger the correct skill for a user's request.

Question 2

When should I create a skill versus updating CLAUDE.md?

Accepted Answer

Create a skill for reusable techniques or patterns that apply across multiple projects. Use CLAUDE.md for project-specific conventions and mechanical constraints.

Question 3

Why use TDD for documentation and skills?

Accepted Answer

Applying TDD to documentation ensures the instructions actually solve a problem. By watching an agent fail without the skill (Red) and pass with it (Green), you verify the skill teaches the right behavior.

Question 4

What is a Claude Code Skill?

Accepted Answer

A Claude Code Skill is a specialized capability that provides domain-specific guidance, best practices, and implementation patterns to improve Claude's behavior during specific tasks.

Question 5

How does this skill help with token efficiency?

Accepted Answer

It provides guidelines for progressive disclosure, target word counts, and cross-referencing to ensure skills remain concise and don't consume excessive context.

Skill Authoring & TDD Documentation

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Skill Authoring & TDD Documentation

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