
hello-world
✓ Official★ 2,700by github · part of github/copilot-cli-for-beginners
A minimal skill example - use when learning the skill format
A minimal skill example - use when learning the skill format
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name: hello-world description: A minimal skill example - use when learning the skill format
Hello World Skill
This is the simplest possible skill. It demonstrates the required format.
When This Skill Activates
This skill loads when you mention "hello world skill" or "test my skills setup".
What It Does
Responds with a friendly confirmation that skills are working.
Try It
Ask Copilot: "Test my skills setup" or "Use the hello world skill"
npx skills add https://github.com/github/copilot-cli-for-beginners --skill hello-worldRun this in your project — your agent picks the skill up automatically.
No common issues documented yet. If you hit a problem, the repository's GitHub Issues page is the best place to look.