packaging-rust-cargo-projects
Use when packaging a Rust project with Cargo.toml, when an element needs cargo2 sources for offline builds, or when generating cargo dependency lists for BuildStream
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Suggest reviewing before use
Quality
Discovery
72%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 has strong trigger terms and distinctiveness for its specific niche (Rust/Cargo/BuildStream packaging), but it's structured backwards - it only provides 'when to use' without first explaining 'what it does'. The description would benefit from leading with concrete capabilities before the trigger conditions.
Suggestions
Add a leading statement describing what the skill does, e.g., 'Generates cargo2 source elements and dependency manifests for BuildStream builds. Use when...'
List specific concrete actions the skill performs, such as 'parse Cargo.toml', 'generate dependency lists', 'create offline build configurations'
| Dimension | Reasoning | Score |
|---|---|---|
Specificity | Names the domain (Rust/Cargo packaging) and mentions some actions like 'packaging', 'offline builds', and 'generating cargo dependency lists', but doesn't list comprehensive concrete actions like 'extract dependencies', 'create lockfiles', or 'configure sources'. | 2 / 3 |
Completeness | The description is structured as a 'Use when...' clause which addresses when to use it, but it lacks an explicit 'what does this do' statement. It only implies capabilities through the trigger conditions rather than stating them directly. | 2 / 3 |
Trigger Term Quality | Includes strong natural keywords users would say: 'Rust project', 'Cargo.toml', 'cargo2 sources', 'offline builds', 'cargo dependency lists', 'BuildStream'. These are specific technical terms that users working in this domain would naturally use. | 3 / 3 |
Distinctiveness Conflict Risk | Very specific niche targeting Rust/Cargo packaging with BuildStream integration and cargo2 sources. The combination of 'cargo2 sources', 'offline builds', and 'BuildStream' creates a distinct trigger profile unlikely to conflict with general Rust or build tools skills. | 3 / 3 |
Total | 10 / 12 Passed |
Implementation
92%Reviews the quality of instructions and guidance provided to agents. Good implementation is clear, handles edge cases, and produces reliable results.
This is a high-quality skill document that provides comprehensive, actionable guidance for packaging Rust projects in BuildStream. It excels at conciseness and actionability with executable YAML examples and clear warnings about common mistakes. The main weakness is that the document is quite long and could benefit from splitting detailed reference material into separate files.
Suggestions
Consider moving the 'Install Patterns' section to a separate INSTALL_PATTERNS.md file and referencing it from the main skill
The 'Element Template' section could be a separate TEMPLATE.md file that users can copy directly
| Dimension | Reasoning | Score |
|---|---|---|
Conciseness | The content is lean and efficient, avoiding explanations of concepts Claude already knows (like what Rust or Cargo are). Every section provides specific, actionable information without padding. | 3 / 3 |
Actionability | Provides fully executable YAML configurations, specific commands, and copy-paste ready templates. The element template, install patterns, and cargo2 source structures are all concrete and immediately usable. | 3 / 3 |
Workflow Clarity | Clear multi-step processes are documented with explicit sequences (source structure, build commands, install commands). The 'Common Mistakes' table serves as a validation checkpoint by documenting symptoms and fixes for errors. | 3 / 3 |
Progressive Disclosure | Content is well-organized with clear sections, but it's a long monolithic document (~200 lines). Some content like the full element template and detailed install patterns could be split into referenced files for better navigation. | 2 / 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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