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awesome-claude-skills

by ComposioHQ72.6kPythonUpdated 2026-08-10

A curated list of awesome Claude Skills, resources, and tools for customizing Claude AI workflows

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Awesome Claude Skills is a comprehensive directory of over 1,000 production-ready skills, plugins, and workflow instructions for Claude AI and compatible coding agents including Claude Code, Cursor, Codex, Gemini CLI, and Windsurf. This curated collection extends AI agent capabilities across document processing, software development, data analysis, business automation, and productivity tasks. Each skill is packaged as a reusable instruction set following Anthropic's open standard format, loading progressively to avoid context bloat while providing specialized knowledge and workflows on demand.

Key Features

Curated library of 1,000+ skills covering document processing, development tools, data analysis, marketing, communication, creative media, productivity, project management, and security
Progressive loading architecture that shows only skill names and descriptions at startup, loading full instructions only when relevant to reduce token usage
Connect-apps plugin providing authenticated access to 1,000+ SaaS integrations (Gmail, Slack, GitHub, Notion) via Composio MCP Gateway
Compatible with Claude Code, Claude.ai, Claude API, OpenAI Codex, Cursor, Gemini CLI, Antigravity, and Windsurf
Follows Anthropic's December 2025 open standard skill format with YAML frontmatter and Markdown instructions
Includes specialized skills for AWS development, browser automation (Playwright, Chrome Relay), legal workflows, and full-stack development
Pre-built automation skills for 78 SaaS apps including HubSpot, Salesforce, Jira, Linear, Asana, Trello, and major communication platforms
Open-source collection under Apache 2.0 license with active community contributions and skill creation guides

Use Cases

  • 01Automating repetitive coding workflows with test-driven development, git worktrees, and code review skills
  • 02Processing and analyzing documents including Word, PDF, PowerPoint, Excel, and Markdown to EPUB conversion
  • 03Connecting Claude to business tools to send emails, create tickets, post Slack messages, and update CRM records
  • 04Building and testing web applications using Playwright automation, iOS Simulator, and full-page screenshot capture
  • 05Conducting research and analysis with competitive intelligence, lead qualification, and recursive PhD-level research workflows
  • 06Creating visual content including D3 charts, SwiftUI designs, GIFs for Slack, and brand-compliant artifacts

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awesome-claude-skills — FAQ

What is awesome-claude-skills?+

It's a curated directory of over 1,000 reusable instruction packages (skills) that teach Claude AI and compatible coding agents how to handle specialized tasks, from document processing to SaaS automation. Skills follow Anthropic's open standard format and load progressively to avoid bloating the context window.

How do I install the connect-apps plugin for Claude?+

Run 'claude --plugin-dir ./connect-apps-plugin', then execute '/connect-apps:setup' and paste your Composio API key when prompted. After restarting Claude, you'll have authenticated access to 1,000+ apps including Gmail, Slack, and GitHub.

Which AI clients and agents work with these skills?+

The skills are compatible with Claude Code, Claude.ai, Claude API, OpenAI Codex, Cursor, Gemini CLI, Antigravity, and Windsurf. Anthropic released the skill format as an open standard in December 2025, enabling broad cross-platform support.

Do I need API keys to use these skills?+

Most skills work without API keys, but the connect-apps plugin requires a free Composio API key from dashboard.composio.dev to enable SaaS integrations. Individual skills may require specific service credentials depending on the tools they access.

Is awesome-claude-skills free to use?+

Yes, the entire collection is open-source under the Apache 2.0 license. The Composio MCP Gateway offers a free tier for the connect-apps plugin, and most skills have no licensing cost.

What's the difference between skills and MCP servers?+

Skills define workflows and instructions (what to do and in what order), while MCP servers handle external system connections (auth, transport, tool discovery). Skills tell the agent how to work; MCP gives it secure access to the tools it needs.

How do I install awesome-claude-skills?+

Open the source repository on GitHub and follow its README. awesome-claude-skills is a plugin — MCP Agents Market links you directly to the official repo.

Is awesome-claude-skills free?+

awesome-claude-skills is an open-source project hosted on GitHub. Check the repository for its license and any usage requirements.

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