This skill should be used when the user asks to "create an agent", "write an agent", "build an agent", or wants to add new agent capabilities to Claude Code.
Install with Tessl CLI
npx tessl i github:dwmkerr/claude-toolkit --skill agent-development56
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npx tessl skill review --optimize ./path/to/skillValidation for skill structure
Create effective Claude Code agents.
Agents support color assignments for visual distinction. Set in YAML frontmatter:
---
name: explore
description: Explores codebases
color: purple
---| Color | Agent Type | Purpose |
|---|---|---|
| Purple | Explore | Codebase exploration, documentation |
| Blue | Plan | Analysis, planning, architecture |
| Green | Create | Testing, creation, validation |
| Orange | Debug | Debugging, refactoring |
| Yellow | Clean | Optimization, cleanup |
| Red | Reflect | Security, critical review |
| Pink | - | Available |
| Cyan | - | Orchestration, coordination |
Subagents continue after permission denial rather than stopping entirely. When a subagent hits a permissions wall, it tries alternative approaches automatically. This makes autonomous workflows more resilient and reduces the need for human intervention.
After creating or modifying agents, inform the user:
No restart needed. Agent changes take effect immediately - agents are hot-reloaded.
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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.