Docker and Kubernetes patterns. Triggers on: Dockerfile, docker-compose, kubernetes, k8s, helm, pod, deployment, service, ingress, container, image.
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Quality
75%
Does it follow best practices?
Impact
100%
1.25xAverage score across 3 eval scenarios
Passed
No known issues
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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 Docker/Kubernetes 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 and doesn't communicate concrete capabilities like writing Dockerfiles, configuring deployments, or troubleshooting container issues.
Suggestions
Replace 'Docker and Kubernetes patterns' with specific actions like 'Write Dockerfiles, configure docker-compose, create Kubernetes manifests, troubleshoot container deployments'
Add a 'Use when...' clause that combines the trigger terms with user intent, e.g., 'Use when the user needs help containerizing applications, deploying to Kubernetes, or working with container orchestration'
| 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 'build images', 'configure deployments', or 'write Dockerfiles'. | 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 format but has equivalent trigger guidance. | 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 common terms users naturally use. | 3 / 3 |
Distinctiveness Conflict Risk | The extensive list of Docker/Kubernetes-specific terms (Dockerfile, k8s, helm, pod, ingress) creates a clear niche that is unlikely to conflict with other skills. These are highly domain-specific triggers. | 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 skill file that provides comprehensive, executable examples for Docker and Kubernetes patterns. The content is concise and actionable with excellent progressive disclosure. The main weakness is the lack of explicit workflow sequences with validation steps for multi-step deployment processes.
Suggestions
Add a workflow section showing the complete build-validate-deploy sequence with explicit checkpoints (e.g., 'verify image builds locally before pushing', 'check rollout status after apply')
Include validation/verification commands after kubectl apply operations to catch deployment failures early
| 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. The DO/DON'T rules provide clear, specific guidance. | 3 / 3 |
Workflow Clarity | While individual components are well-documented, there's no explicit workflow for building/deploying containers or validation checkpoints. Missing feedback loops for operations like 'kubectl apply' that could fail. | 2 / 3 |
Progressive Disclosure | Clear structure with quick reference content inline and advanced topics properly delegated to separate files (references/, scripts/, assets/). Navigation is well-signaled and one level deep. | 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
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