Short answer
Install the AIPM CLI, run aipm init --target claude in your project, then run aipm add with the skill package name and --target claude. Review the installed SKILL.md before using it.
Words used in this guide
- AIPM: a tool that installs and updates reusable AI instructions.
- Package: a named group of files that people can install and update together.
- Git: a tool that records file changes so people can review or undo them.
- CLI: a tool that you use by typing commands in a terminal.
What this means
Choose a skill you can trust
Read the package description, source, publisher, license, target list, and bundled files. Do not install a public skill only because its name looks familiar.
Install it into one project
Run the commands from the project root. AIPM writes the Claude-ready skill files into the project so the files can be reviewed with the rest of the code.
Test the installed skill
Open Claude Code in the project and ask for the task described by the skill. Check the result on a small example before relying on it for important work.
Simple steps to create and AI agent
- Run npm install -g @aipm-registry/cli.
- Open the project folder in a terminal.
- Run aipm init --target claude.
- Run aipm add @scope/name@version --target claude --ci.
- Review the installed .claude skill files.
- Open Claude Code and test the skill on a small task.
Where to go next
If you want to try this in a real project, start with the install guide, then read how to use AIPM. If you want to share your own workflow, read the publishing guide.
FAQ
Where does AIPM put a Claude skill?
AIPM's Claude adapter installs the skill under .claude/aipm/skills in the project. Check the package page and installed files for the exact skill folder.
Should installed skill files be committed to Git?
Commit them when the team should use and review the same project skill. Keep credentials and private values out of the skill files.