Manage Apple Reminders via remindctl CLI (list, add, edit, complete, delete). Supports lists, date filters, and JSON/plain output.
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Discovery
67%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 is strong on specificity and distinctiveness, clearly naming the tool (remindctl), platform (Apple Reminders), and concrete actions. However, it lacks an explicit 'Use when...' clause and misses natural user trigger terms like 'todo', 'tasks', or 'remind me' that would help Claude select this skill when users speak naturally about reminders.
Suggestions
Add a 'Use when...' clause, e.g., 'Use when the user wants to manage Apple Reminders, create todos, check tasks, or interact with their reminders list.'
Include natural trigger terms users would say: 'todo', 'tasks', 'to-do list', 'remind me', 'reminders app', 'checklist'.
| Dimension | Reasoning | Score |
|---|---|---|
Specificity | Lists multiple specific concrete actions: list, add, edit, complete, delete. Also mentions specific features like lists, date filters, and output formats (JSON/plain). | 3 / 3 |
Completeness | Clearly answers 'what does this do' with specific actions and features, but lacks an explicit 'Use when...' clause or equivalent trigger guidance, which caps this at 2 per the rubric. | 2 / 3 |
Trigger Term Quality | Includes relevant terms like 'Apple Reminders', 'remindctl', and action verbs, but misses natural user phrases like 'todo', 'tasks', 'to-do list', 'remind me', or 'reminders app' that users would commonly say. | 2 / 3 |
Distinctiveness Conflict Risk | Very distinct niche: specifically targets Apple Reminders via the remindctl CLI tool. Unlikely to conflict with other skills due to the specific tool name and platform. | 3 / 3 |
Total | 10 / 12 Passed |
Implementation
85%Reviews the quality of instructions and guidance provided to agents. Good implementation is clear, handles edge cases, and produces reliable results.
This is a well-structured CLI reference skill with excellent actionability—every command is concrete and executable. The disambiguation sections (When to Use / When NOT to Use) add value for routing decisions but could be slightly more concise. Overall, this is a strong skill that efficiently teaches Claude how to manage Apple Reminders via the CLI.
| Dimension | Reasoning | Score |
|---|---|---|
Conciseness | The 'When to Use' and 'When NOT to Use' sections add useful disambiguation but are somewhat verbose. The 'OpenClaw' references and some bullet points could be tightened. The core command reference is lean and efficient. | 2 / 3 |
Actionability | Every command is concrete, copy-paste ready, and covers the full range of operations (view, create, complete, delete, list management). Setup instructions include specific install command and authorization steps. | 3 / 3 |
Workflow Clarity | This is a simple CLI tool skill where each command is a single action, not a multi-step destructive workflow. The commands are clearly categorized and sequenced logically from viewing to creating to completing/deleting. The disambiguation example at the end provides a useful decision workflow. | 3 / 3 |
Progressive Disclosure | For a skill under 50 lines of core content with no need for external references, the content is well-organized into clear sections (Setup, View, Lists, Create, Complete/Delete, Output Formats, Date Formats) that are easy to scan and navigate. | 3 / 3 |
Total | 11 / 12 Passed |
Validation
72%Checks the skill against the spec for correct structure and formatting. All validation checks must pass before discovery and implementation can be scored.
Validation — 8 / 11 Passed
Validation for skill structure
| Criteria | Description | Result |
|---|---|---|
metadata_version | 'metadata.version' is missing | Warning |
metadata_field | 'metadata' should map string keys to string values | Warning |
frontmatter_unknown_keys | Unknown frontmatter key(s) found; consider removing or moving to metadata | Warning |
Total | 8 / 11 Passed | |
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