Skill Grading Report: architect-agent - Score 93/100 (A)

# 🏆 Skill Grading Report

**Score:** 93/100 | **Grade:** A

## Quick Summary

### Pillar Scores

| Pillar | Score | Max |
|--------|-------|-----|
| Spec Compliance | 15 | 15 |
| Progressive Disclosure | 27 | 30 |
| Ease of Use | 23 | 25 |
| Writing Style | 8 | 10 |
| Utility | 18 | 20 |
| Modifiers | +2 | ±15 |

### Issues Found: 4
- 🔴 High: 0
- 🟡 Medium: 2
- 🟢 Low: 2

## 📊 Full Grading Report

# Skill Evaluation Report: architect-agent

**Links:**
- 📁 **GitHub:** [SpillwaveSolutions/architect-agent](https://github.com/SpillwaveSolutions/architect-agent/blob/main/SKILL.md)
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**Evaluated:** 2026-01-12
**Files Reviewed:** SKILL.md, README.md, references/instruction_grading_workflow.md, references/code_agent_agents_template.md, references/claude_vs_opencode_comparison.md, references/file_naming.md, references/git_pr_management.md, references/grading_rubrics.md, references/hybrid_logging_migration_guide.md, references/testing_protocol.md, references/get_unstuck_protocol.md, references/ticket_tracking_pr_management.md, references/decision_types.md, references/workspace_verification_protocol.md, references/opencode_integration_quickstart.md, references/hook_logger_enhancements.md, references/instruction_structure.md, references/README.md, references/agent_specialization.md, references/opencode_wrapper_setup.md, references/logging_protocol.md, references/resilience_protocol.md, references/opencode_setup_guide.md, references/code_agent_claude_template.md, references/hybrid_logging_protocol.md, references/human_instruction_structure.md, references/upgrade.md, references/workspace_setup_complete.md, references/hook_configuration_critical.md, references/installation.md, references/pre_work_checklist.md, references/permissions_setup_protocol.md, references/quick_start.md, references/opencode_migration_guide.md, references/opencode_logging_protocol.md
**Grading Model:** Claude (default) (via claude)

---

## Overall Score: 93/100

| Pillar | Score | Max |
|--------|-------|-----|
| Progressive Disclosure Architecture | 27 | 30 |
| Ease of Use | 23 | 25 |
| Spec Compliance | 15 | 15 |
| Writing Style | 8 | 10 |
| Utility | 18 | 20 |
| Modifiers | +2 | ±15 |

**Grade: A**

---

## Executive Summary

This skill demonstrates excellent quality with a score of 93/100. Strongest area: **Spec Compliance** (15/15).

---

## Detailed Scores

### Progressive Disclosure Architecture (27/30)

| Criterion | Score | Max | Assessment |
|-----------|-------|-----|------------|
| Token Economy | 8 | 10 | SKILL.md is concise (216 lines) but includes some redundant tables (Intent Classification + Decision Tree overlap significantly) |
| Layered Structure | 10 | 10 | Excellent three-tier structure: SKILL.md overview → guides/workflows for step-by-step → references for deep protocols |
| Reference Depth | 5 | 5 | All references are one level deep; guides load references when needed, not nested further |
| Navigation Signals | 4 | 5 | TOC present in SKILL.md; headers clear; some reference files >100 lines lack internal TOCs |

### Ease of Use (23/25)

| Criterion | Score | Max | Assessment |
|-----------|-------|-----|------------|
| Metadata Quality | 9 | 10 | Name follows conventions; description includes 5 specific trigger phrases; version metadata present; missing author field |
| Discoverability | 6 | 6 | Excellent trigger terms in description and Intent Classification table; DO NOT Trigger section prevents false activations |
| Terminology Consistency | 4 | 4 | Consistent terms throughout: architect workspace, code agent, instructions, grades; no conflicting terminology |
| Workflow Clarity | 4 | 5 | Clear numbered steps in workflow guides; checklists present; Decision Tree helps routing but Quick Start could be more prominent |

### Spec Compliance (15/15)

| Criterion | Score | Max | Assessment |
|-----------|-------|-----|------------|
| Frontmatter Validity | 5 | 5 | Valid YAML with required fields |
| Name Conventions | 4 | 4 | Correct hyphen-case format |
| Description Quality | 4 | 4 | Third-person with good trigger coverage |
| Optional Fields | 2 | 2 | Uses allowed-tools, metadata |

### Writing Style (8/10)

| Criterion | Score | Max | Assessment |
|-----------|-------|-----|------------|
| Voice And Tense | 3 | 4 | Mostly imperative form; occasional second-person ('your workspace') appears in templates README |
| Objectivity | 3 | 3 | Purely instructional; no marketing language; token savings claims are backed by calculations |
| Conciseness | 2 | 3 | Generally concise but some repetition between SKILL.md tables; templates README duplicates verification info |

### Utility (18/20)

| Criterion | Score | Max | Assessment |
|-----------|-------|-----|------------|
| Problem Solving Power | 8 | 8 | Addresses real gap in multi-workspace coordination; comprehensive grading rubric; automated setup eliminates manual errors |
| Degrees Of Freedom | 4 | 5 | Appropriate constraints for orchestration tasks; templates provide structure while allowing customization via placeholders |
| Feedback Loops | 4 | 4 | Verification script, pre-work checklists, grading rubrics all provide validation; verify-workspace.sh catches common errors |
| Examples And Templates | 2 | 3 | Rich templates directory; workflow guides have code blocks; but examples/ directory appears sparse |

### Modifiers Applied (+2)

**Penalties:** None
**Bonuses:** grep_friendly_structure (+1), trigger_phrases_4plus (+1)

---

## Critical Issues (Top 4)

### Issue 1: Redundant intent tables

**Severity:** Medium
**Location:** SKILL.md:Intent Classification + Decision Tree
**Pillar Affected:** PDA

**Problem:** Intent Classification table and Decision Tree table have 80% overlap, consuming tokens unnecessarily

**Current:**
```
Two separate tables with similar trigger phrases and actions
```

**Suggested Rewrite:**
```
Merge into single Decision Tree with pre-conditions column; remove Intent Classification or make it a summary reference to Decision Tree
```

**Impact:** +2 points (token_economy)

---

### Issue 2: Missing TOCs in long references

**Severity:** Low
**Location:** references/permissions_setup_protocol.md (1048 lines), workspace_setup_complete.md (1051 lines)
**Pillar Affected:** PDA

**Problem:** Files over 100 lines should have TOC for navigation; these large files lack internal navigation

**Current:**
```
Large reference files without TOC
```

**Suggested Rewrite:**
```
Add ## Table of Contents at top of files >100 lines linking to major sections
```

**Impact:** +1 point (navigation_signals)

---

### Issue 3: Second-person voice in templates

**Severity:** Low
**Location:** templates/README.md
**Pillar Affected:** Writing Style

**Problem:** Uses 'Your project name', 'your workspace' which deviates from imperative form

**Current:**
```
Replace these placeholders: - `[PROJECT_NAME]` - Your project name
```

**Suggested Rewrite:**
```
Use: - `[PROJECT_NAME]` - Project name or - `[PROJECT_NAME]` - The project name
```

**Impact:** +1 point (voice_and_tense)

---

### Issue 4: Sparse examples directory

**Severity:** Medium
**Location:** examples/
**Pillar Affected:** Utility

**Problem:** Examples directory exists but content appears minimal compared to comprehensive references

**Current:**
```
examples/ directory with limited content
```

**Suggested Rewrite:**
```
Add concrete example instruction files, grade documents, and human instruction samples showing before/after
```

**Impact:** +1 point (examples_and_templates)

---

## General Recommendations

1. Add trigger phrases to description for discoverability
2. Add table of contents for files over 100 lines

---

## Grade Scale

| Grade | Score | Description |
|-------|-------|-------------|
| A | 90-100 | Production-ready |
| B | 80-89 | Good, minor work |
| C | 70-79 | Adequate, gaps |
| D | 60-69 | Needs work |
| F | <60 | Major revision |

---

---

## About This Report

This evaluation uses the [Claude Skills Best Practices](https://platform.claude.com/docs/en/agents-and-tools/agent-skills/best-practices).

**Powered by:**
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*Report generated for [SpillwaveSolutions/architect-agent](https://github.com/SpillwaveSolutions/architect-agent/blob/main/SKILL.md)*

## JSON Output

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    "README.md",
    "references/instruction_grading_workflow.md",
    "references/code_agent_agents_template.md",
    "references/claude_vs_opencode_comparison.md",
    "references/file_naming.md",
    "references/git_pr_management.md",
    "references/grading_rubrics.md",
    "references/hybrid_logging_migration_guide.md",
    "references/testing_protocol.md",
    "references/get_unstuck_protocol.md",
    "references/ticket_tracking_pr_management.md",
    "references/decision_types.md",
    "references/workspace_verification_protocol.md",
    "references/opencode_integration_quickstart.md",
    "references/hook_logger_enhancements.md",
    "references/instruction_structure.md",
    "references/README.md",
    "references/agent_specialization.md",
    "references/opencode_wrapper_setup.md",
    "references/logging_protocol.md",
    "references/resilience_protocol.md",
    "references/opencode_setup_guide.md",
    "references/code_agent_claude_template.md",
    "references/hybrid_logging_protocol.md",
    "references/human_instruction_structure.md",
    "references/upgrade.md",
    "references/workspace_setup_complete.md",
    "references/hook_configuration_critical.md",
    "references/installation.md",
    "references/pre_work_checklist.md",
    "references/permissions_setup_protocol.md",
    "references/quick_start.md",
    "references/opencode_migration_guide.md",
    "references/opencode_logging_protocol.md"
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        },
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      "pillar": "PDA",
      "problem": "Files over 100 lines should have TOC for navigation; these large files lack internal navigation",
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      "severity": "Medium",
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      "impact": "+1 point (examples_and_templates)"
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    "Add trigger phrases to description for discoverability",
    "Add table of contents for files over 100 lines"
  ],
  "code_quality": null,
  "grading_model": "Claude (default)",
  "grading_provider": "claude"
}
```

---

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```markdown
## Installing with Skilz (Universal Installer)

The recommended way to install this skill across different AI coding agents is using the **skilz** universal installer.

### Install Skilz

```bash
pip install skilz
```

This skill supports [Agent Skill Standard](https://agentskills.io/) which means it supports 14 plus coding agents including Claude Code, OpenAI Codex, Cursor and Gemini.


### Git URL Options

You can use either `-g` or `--git` with HTTPS or SSH URLs:

```bash
# HTTPS URL
skilz install -g https://github.com/{{owner_name}}/architect-agent

# SSH URL
skilz install --git git@github.com:{{owner_name}}/architect-agent.git
```

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Install to user home (available in all projects):
```bash
skilz install -g https://github.com/{{owner_name}}/architect-agent
```

Install to current project only:
```bash
skilz install -g https://github.com/{{owner_name}}/architect-agent --project
```

### OpenCode

Install for [OpenCode](https://opencode.ai):
```bash
skilz install -g https://github.com/{{owner_name}}/architect-agent --agent opencode
```

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```bash
skilz install -g https://github.com/{{owner_name}}/architect-agent --project --agent opencode
```

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Project-level install for Gemini:
```bash
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```

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Install for OpenAI Codex:
```bash
skilz install -g https://github.com/{{owner_name}}/architect-agent --agent codex
```

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```bash
skilz install -g https://github.com/{{owner_name}}/architect-agent --project --agent codex
```


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```bash
# Claude to user home dir ~/.claude/skills
skilz install {{owner_name}}__architect-agent__architect-agent

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skilz install {{owner_name}}__architect-agent__architect-agent --project

# OpenCode install to user home dir ~/.config/opencode/skills
skilz install {{owner_name}}__architect-agent__architect-agent --agent opencode

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skilz install {{owner_name}}__architect-agent__architect-agent --agent opencode --project

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skilz install {{owner_name}}__architect-agent__architect-agent --agent codex

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```

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Pillar	Score	Max
Spec Compliance	15	15
Progressive Disclosure	27	30
Ease of Use	23	25
Writing Style	8	10
Utility	18	20
Modifiers	+2	±15

Pillar	Score	Max
Progressive Disclosure Architecture	27	30
Ease of Use	23	25
Spec Compliance	15	15
Writing Style	8	10
Utility	18	20
Modifiers	+2	±15

Criterion	Score	Max	Assessment
Token Economy	8	10	SKILL.md is concise (216 lines) but includes some redundant tables (Intent Classification + Decision Tree overlap significantly)
Layered Structure	10	10	Excellent three-tier structure: SKILL.md overview → guides/workflows for step-by-step → references for deep protocols
Reference Depth	5	5	All references are one level deep; guides load references when needed, not nested further
Navigation Signals	4	5	TOC present in SKILL.md; headers clear; some reference files >100 lines lack internal TOCs

Criterion	Score	Max	Assessment
Metadata Quality	9	10	Name follows conventions; description includes 5 specific trigger phrases; version metadata present; missing author field
Discoverability	6	6	Excellent trigger terms in description and Intent Classification table; DO NOT Trigger section prevents false activations
Terminology Consistency	4	4	Consistent terms throughout: architect workspace, code agent, instructions, grades; no conflicting terminology
Workflow Clarity	4	5	Clear numbered steps in workflow guides; checklists present; Decision Tree helps routing but Quick Start could be more prominent

Criterion	Score	Max	Assessment
Frontmatter Validity	5	5	Valid YAML with required fields
Name Conventions	4	4	Correct hyphen-case format
Description Quality	4	4	Third-person with good trigger coverage
Optional Fields	2	2	Uses allowed-tools, metadata

Criterion	Score	Max	Assessment
Voice And Tense	3	4	Mostly imperative form; occasional second-person ('your workspace') appears in templates README
Objectivity	3	3	Purely instructional; no marketing language; token savings claims are backed by calculations
Conciseness	2	3	Generally concise but some repetition between SKILL.md tables; templates README duplicates verification info

Criterion	Score	Max	Assessment
Problem Solving Power	8	8	Addresses real gap in multi-workspace coordination; comprehensive grading rubric; automated setup eliminates manual errors
Degrees Of Freedom	4	5	Appropriate constraints for orchestration tasks; templates provide structure while allowing customization via placeholders
Feedback Loops	4	4	Verification script, pre-work checklists, grading rubrics all provide validation; verify-workspace.sh catches common errors
Examples And Templates	2	3	Rich templates directory; workflow guides have code blocks; but examples/ directory appears sparse

Grade	Score	Description
A	90-100	Production-ready
B	80-89	Good, minor work
C	70-79	Adequate, gaps
D	60-69	Needs work
F	<60	Major revision

Skill Grading Report: architect-agent - Score 93/100 (A) #42

Description

🏆 Skill Grading Report

Quick Summary

Pillar Scores

Issues Found: 4

📊 Full Grading Report

Skill Evaluation Report: architect-agent

Overall Score: 93/100

Executive Summary

Detailed Scores

Progressive Disclosure Architecture (27/30)

Ease of Use (23/25)

Spec Compliance (15/15)

Writing Style (8/10)

Utility (18/20)

Modifiers Applied (+2)

Critical Issues (Top 4)

Issue 1: Redundant intent tables

Issue 2: Missing TOCs in long references

Issue 3: Second-person voice in templates

Issue 4: Sparse examples directory

General Recommendations

Grade Scale

About This Report

JSON Output

📦 Recommended: Add Universal Installer Instructions

Git URL Options

Claude Code

OpenCode

Gemini

OpenAI Codex

Install from Skillzwave Marketplace

Other Supported Agents

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