Docker and Kubernetes patterns. Triggers on: Dockerfile, docker-compose, kubernetes, k8s, helm, pod, deployment, service, ingress, container, image.
84
Quality
75%
Does it follow best practices?
Impact
100%
1.25xAverage score across 3 eval scenarios
Passed
No known issues
Optimize this skill with Tessl
npx tessl skill review --optimize ./data/skills-md/0xdarkmatter/claude-mods/container-orchestration/SKILL.mdQuality
Discovery
62%Based on the skill's description, can an agent find and select it at the right time? Clear, specific descriptions lead to better discovery.
The description excels at trigger term coverage with comprehensive containerization keywords, making it easy for Claude to identify when to use this skill. However, it fails to describe what the skill actually does - 'patterns' is too vague to understand the concrete capabilities. The description needs to specify actions like creating, debugging, or optimizing container configurations.
Suggestions
Replace 'Docker and Kubernetes patterns' with specific actions like 'Create Dockerfiles, configure docker-compose services, design Kubernetes deployments, debug container issues, and optimize resource configurations'
Add a 'Use when...' clause that combines the trigger terms with user intent, e.g., 'Use when the user needs help with containerization, orchestration, or mentions Dockerfile, k8s, helm, pods, or deployments'
| Dimension | Reasoning | Score |
|---|---|---|
Specificity | The description only says 'Docker and Kubernetes patterns' which is vague and abstract. It does not list any concrete actions like 'create Dockerfiles', 'configure deployments', or 'debug container issues'. | 1 / 3 |
Completeness | The 'when' is addressed via 'Triggers on:' with explicit keywords, but the 'what' is extremely weak - 'patterns' doesn't explain what the skill actually does. Missing a clear 'Use when...' clause structure, but trigger terms partially compensate. | 2 / 3 |
Trigger Term Quality | Excellent coverage of natural trigger terms users would say: 'Dockerfile', 'docker-compose', 'kubernetes', 'k8s', 'helm', 'pod', 'deployment', 'service', 'ingress', 'container', 'image' - these are all terms users naturally use when working with containerization. | 3 / 3 |
Distinctiveness Conflict Risk | The specific trigger terms (Dockerfile, k8s, helm, pod, ingress) create a clear niche for container orchestration that is unlikely to conflict with other skills. The domain is well-defined and distinct. | 3 / 3 |
Total | 9 / 12 Passed |
Implementation
87%Reviews the quality of instructions and guidance provided to agents. Good implementation is clear, handles edge cases, and produces reliable results.
This is a strong reference skill with excellent actionability and conciseness. The concrete, executable examples for Docker and Kubernetes patterns are well-organized with appropriate progressive disclosure. The main weakness is the lack of explicit workflow sequences and validation checkpoints for multi-step operations like building and deploying containers.
Suggestions
Add a workflow section showing the typical build-test-deploy sequence with validation checkpoints (e.g., 'docker build -> docker run locally -> verify health check -> push -> kubectl apply -> kubectl rollout status')
Include error recovery guidance for common failure scenarios (e.g., what to check when pods are in CrashLoopBackOff or ImagePullBackOff states)
| Dimension | Reasoning | Score |
|---|---|---|
Conciseness | The content is lean and efficient, providing concrete examples without explaining basic concepts Claude already knows. Every section delivers actionable patterns without unnecessary preamble. | 3 / 3 |
Actionability | All examples are fully executable and copy-paste ready - complete Dockerfile, docker-compose.yml, Kubernetes manifests, and kubectl commands with clear descriptions. No pseudocode or vague instructions. | 3 / 3 |
Workflow Clarity | While individual components are well-documented, there's no explicit workflow sequence for common operations like 'build -> test -> deploy' or validation checkpoints. The kubectl reference is helpful but lacks error recovery guidance. | 2 / 3 |
Progressive Disclosure | Excellent structure with clear overview content and well-signaled one-level-deep references to additional resources (references/, scripts/, assets/). Content is appropriately split between quick reference and detailed materials. | 3 / 3 |
Total | 11 / 12 Passed |
Validation
100%Checks the skill against the spec for correct structure and formatting. All validation checks must pass before discovery and implementation can be scored.
Validation — 11 / 11 Passed
Validation for skill structure
No warnings or errors.
5342bca
Table of Contents
If you maintain this skill, you can claim it as your own. Once claimed, you can manage eval scenarios, bundle related skills, attach documentation or rules, and ensure cross-agent compatibility.