Getting Started Guide

What is a Skill?

A skill is a set of instructions - packaged as a simple folder - that teaches Claude how to handle specific tasks or workflows. Skills are one of the most powerful ways to customize Claude for your specific needs. Instead of re-explaining your preferences, processes, and domain expertise in every conversation, skills let you teach Claude once and benefit every time.

Skills IL is a secure directory of AI agent skills built for Israeli developers. Skills are tailored for working with Hebrew, Israeli regulations, and local government services.

Installation

Step 1: Choose a Skill

Browse the skill directory and find a skill that fits your needs.

Step 2: Install

Every skill comes with an install command. In Claude Code:

claude install-skill https://github.com/skills-il/your-skill

Or in Claude.ai:

1. Download the skill folder
2. Zip the folder
3. Upload via Settings > Capabilities > Skills

Step 3: Configure

After installation, follow the skill-specific setup instructions. Most skills require:

• Setting environment variables
• Configuring your agent (Claude Code, Cursor, etc.)
• Testing the connection

Supported Agents

Skills IL supports the following agents:

Agent	Status
Claude Code	Fully supported
Cursor	Fully supported
GitHub Copilot	Fully supported
Windsurf	Fully supported
OpenCode	Supported
Codex	Supported

Categories

Skills are organized into 6 categories:

1. Tax & Finance - Invoicing, tax authority, Bank of Israel
2. Localization - RTL, Hebrew NLP, translation
3. Government Services - Population authority, national insurance
4. Security & Compliance - Privacy protection, GDPR
5. Communication - SMS, notifications, email
6. Developer Tools - Dates, validation, addresses

What's Next?

• How to Build a Skill - Comprehensive guide to building a skill from scratch
• Skill Design Patterns - Proven patterns for effective skills
• Testing & Distribution - How to test and distribute skills