learning-a-tool
Create learning paths for programming tools, and define what information should be researched to create learning guides. Use when user asks to learn, understand, or get started with any programming tool, library, or framework.
Best use case
learning-a-tool is best used when you need a repeatable AI agent workflow instead of a one-off prompt.
Create learning paths for programming tools, and define what information should be researched to create learning guides. Use when user asks to learn, understand, or get started with any programming tool, library, or framework.
Teams using learning-a-tool should expect a more consistent output, faster repeated execution, less prompt rewriting.
When to use this skill
- You want a reusable workflow that can be run more than once with consistent structure.
When not to use this skill
- You only need a quick one-off answer and do not need a reusable workflow.
- You cannot install or maintain the underlying files, dependencies, or repository context.
Installation
Claude Code / Cursor / Codex
Manual Installation
- Download SKILL.md from GitHub
- Place it in
.claude/skills/learning-a-tool/SKILL.mdinside your project - Restart your AI agent — it will auto-discover the skill
How learning-a-tool Compares
| Feature / Agent | learning-a-tool | Standard Approach |
|---|---|---|
| Platform Support | Not specified | Limited / Varies |
| Context Awareness | High | Baseline |
| Installation Complexity | Unknown | N/A |
Frequently Asked Questions
What does this skill do?
Create learning paths for programming tools, and define what information should be researched to create learning guides. Use when user asks to learn, understand, or get started with any programming tool, library, or framework.
Where can I find the source code?
You can find the source code on GitHub using the link provided at the top of the page.
SKILL.md Source
# Learning a Tool
Create comprehensive learning paths for programming tools.
## Workflow
### Phase 1: Research
Gather information from three sources. Research each source independently, then aggregate findings.
#### From Official Documentation
- Official docs URL and current version
- The motivation behind the tool
- What problem does it solve / what does it help with
- What types of applications can be built using the tool
- Use cases
- Installation steps and prerequisites
- Core concepts (3-5 fundamental ideas)
- Official code examples
- Getting started or tutorial content
- API reference highlights
- Known limitations or caveats
#### From the Repository
- Repository URL and metadata (stars, last commit, license)
- Core system architecture (configuration, data processing flow, ...)
- README quick start section
- Examples folder contents (what each example demonstrates)
- Concise summary of the project's main function and the technologies used
#### From Community Content
- Top tutorials (title, author, URL, why it's valuable)
- Video resources (title, channel, duration)
- Comparison articles (vs alternatives, key tradeoffs)
- Common gotchas and mistakes people mention
- Community channels (Discord, Reddit, forums)
- Real-world use cases and testimonials
### Phase 2: Structure
Organize content into progressive levels. `references/progressive-learning.md` is the source of truth.
You MUST create exactly 5 levels in this order:
1. Level 1: Overview & Motivation
2. Level 2: Installation & Hello World
3. Level 3: Core Concepts
4. Level 4: Practical Patterns
5. Level 5: Next Steps
Do NOT merge, skip, or rename levels. Each level's content requirements are defined in the reference file.
### Phase 3: Output
Generate the learning path folder.
## Output Format
Create the folder in the current working directory (`./learning-{tool-name}/`) containing:
```
learning-{tool-name}/
├── README.md # Overview and how to use this learning path
├── resources.md # All links organized by source (official, community)
├── learning-path.md # Main content following the five levels
└── code-examples/ # Runnable code for each section
├── 01-hello-world/
├── 02-core-concepts/
└── 03-patterns/
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