Agent skill

Community Building

by sickn33 in sickn33/agentic-awesome-skills

When the user wants to build, grow, or improve a developer community on Discord, Slack, or forums.

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Install Community Building

skills CLI
$ npx skills add sickn33/agentic-awesome-skills --skill community-building -a claude-code

Project install by default; add -g for ~/.claude/skills/.

GitHub CLI
$ gh skill install sickn33/agentic-awesome-skills community-building --agent claude-code

Project scope by default; add --scope user for a personal install. Needs GitHub CLI 2.90.0 or later (public preview).

Manual copy
$ git clone --depth 1 https://github.com/sickn33/agentic-awesome-skills.git skills-src && mkdir -p .claude/skills && cp -r skills-src/skills/community-building .claude/skills/community-building && rm -rf skills-src

Use ~/.claude/skills/ instead of .claude/skills for a personal install. The folder must contain SKILL.md.

Claude Code skills documentation · loads skills from .claude/skills/

Facts

Skill name
community-building
GitHub stars
47k
Used in
1 other repo
Token cost
~2.9k tokens
SKILL.md length
928 words
Files
2
Skills in repo
1,497
Repo updated
First seen
Licence
MIT

At a glance

When the user wants to build, grow, or improve a developer community on Discord, Slack, or forums.

  • Works in 5 steps: Acknowledge feelings — "I can see this… → Move to DM — "Let's continue this… → Take a break — "Let's pause and revisit… → …
  • Improve a developer community on Discord
  • SKILL.md covers When to Use, Before You Start, Platform Selection and Channel Structure, plus 5 more sections
  • Instructions only: no scripts, shell commands, URLs or credentials in SKILL.md

What it does

Community Building is an agent skill from sickn33/agentic-awesome-skills. When the user wants to build, grow, or improve a developer community on Discord, Slack, or forums.

Its SKILL.md is about 2.9k tokens, which your agent loads only when the skill is triggered. The skill folder holds 1 other file (for example `README.md`).

It works with Discord and Slack. The repository describes itself as: AAS Core is the local, agent-first control plane for complete catalog discovery, agent-owned selection, stack validation, and planning, backed by 2,400+ agentic skills. Includes… The licence is MIT.

When your agent uses it

  • Improve a developer community on Discord

Example prompts

  • “/community-building”

Workflow steps

5 steps, taken from the first numbered list in SKILL.md.

  1. Acknowledge feelings — "I can see this is frustrating"
  2. Move to DM — "Let's continue this privately"
  3. Take a break — "Let's pause and revisit tomorrow"
  4. Clarify intent — "I think there might be a misunderstanding"
  5. Set boundaries — "We're here to help, but not to be yelled at"

What it can do on your machine

Read from SKILL.md and the folder at commit b84d35a. It shows what the files ask for, not the result of running them.

  • Tool permissions

    Pre-approves nothing: there is no allowed-tools line, so your agent's usual permission prompts apply.

    From allowed-tools in the SKILL.md frontmatter.

  • Runs code

    No scripts in the folder and no shell commands in SKILL.md (its code samples are markdown).

    From the folder's file list and the shell code blocks in SKILL.md.

  • Network

    Links to these hosts (documentation or services it may open):

    • octolens.com

    From URLs in SKILL.md, links to its own repository left out.

  • Credentials

    Names no API keys, tokens, secrets or passwords.

    From names ending in _API_KEY, _TOKEN, _SECRET, _KEY or _PASSWORD in SKILL.md.

Context cost

Community Building loads about 2.9k tokens when it runs. Until then it costs about 29 tokens; SKILL.md has 928 words of instructions outside code blocks.

Always · name and description, kept in context so the agent knows when to use it
~29
When it runs · the whole SKILL.md, loaded when a task matches
~2.9k

Estimates: characters ÷ 4, the usual rule of thumb; real counts depend on the model's tokenizer. Scripts and assets cost tokens only if the agent reads them.

Safety

Auto-check passed

The automated check found no risky patterns in SKILL.md.

Automated static check — not a guarantee. Review scripts before installing. It scans the text of SKILL.md for risky patterns (piping downloads into a shell, reading credential files, hidden Unicode, destructive commands); files beside SKILL.md are not scanned.

SKILL.md

The full file from sickn33/agentic-awesome-skills at commit b84d35a, republished under its MIT licence (© sickn33). 928 words, ~2,938 tokens.

Download SKILL.mdSave it as .claude/skills/community-building/SKILL.md (or your agent's skills folder). This skill also uses 1 other file; get the full folder from GitHub.
name
community-building
description
When the user wants to build, grow, or improve a developer community on Discord, Slack, or forums.
risk
critical
source
https://github.com/jonathimer/devmarketing-skills/tree/main/skills/community-building
source_repo
jonathimer/devmarketing-skills
source_type
community
date_added
2026-07-01
license
MIT
license_source
https://github.com/jonathimer/devmarketing-skills/blob/main/LICENSE

Community Building

When to Use

Use this skill when you need when the user wants to build, grow, or improve a developer community on Discord, Slack, or forums. Trigger phrases include "developer community," "Discord server," "Slack community," "community strategy," "community engagement," "community moderation," "community growth," or "community...

This skill helps you build and manage developer communities on Discord, Slack, forums, and other platforms. Covers channel structure, onboarding, engagement programs, handling toxicity, and community-led growth.


Before You Start

Load your audience context first. Read .agents/developer-audience-context.md to understand:

  • Who your developers are (role, seniority, interests)
  • Where they already hang out (to avoid competing platforms)
  • What problems they discuss (community topic focus)
  • How they communicate (formal vs. casual tone)

If the context file doesn't exist, run the developer-audience-context skill first.


Platform Selection

Comparison Matrix
PlatformBest ForProsCons
DiscordDeveloper tools, gaming, OSSReal-time, rich features, freeCan be chaotic, less enterprise
SlackEnterprise, B2B SaaSProfessional, familiarExpensive at scale, message limits
GitHub DiscussionsOSS projectsIntegrated, async, searchableLess community feel
DiscourseLong-form, searchableSEO, threading, ownershipMaintenance, hosting costs
CircleCourses, paid communitiesCourses integration, cleanPaid, less developer-native
Decision Framework
If your audience is...Consider
Individual developers, OSSDiscord
Enterprise teamsSlack
Technical, async-preferredGitHub Discussions
Mixed, need searchabilityDiscourse
Course/education basedCircle

Channel Structure

Discord Channel Template
📢 INFORMATION
├── #welcome — First landing, rules, links
├── #announcements — Official updates (admin-only posting)
├── #rules — Code of conduct
└── #introductions — New member intros

💬 GENERAL
├── #general — Main discussion
├── #off-topic — Non-project chat
└── #show-what-you-built — Share projects

❓ SUPPORT
├── #help — General questions
├── #troubleshooting — Bug help
└── #feature-requests — Suggestions

🔧 TECHNICAL
├── #backend — Backend discussions
├── #frontend — Frontend discussions
└── #devops — Infrastructure discussions

🤝 COMMUNITY
├── #jobs — Job postings (if allowed)
├── #events — Meetups, conferences
└── #content — Blog posts, videos

📚 RESOURCES
├── #learning — Tutorials, courses
└── #tools — Useful tools and libraries
Slack Channel Template
# welcome
# announcements (admin-only)
# general
# help
# random (off-topic)
# jobs (optional)
# introductions
# feedback
Channel Guidelines
Channel TypePosting RulesModeration Level
AnnouncementsAdmin onlyN/A
GeneralOn-topic discussionLight
HelpQuestions welcome, be patientMedium
Off-topicAnything goes (within CoC)Light
JobsStructured format requiredHeavy
IntroductionsOne post per personLight

Onboarding Experience

New Member Journey
Join Server
    ↓
Welcome Message (DM or public)
    ↓
Read Rules / Accept
    ↓
Verify (optional: GitHub, email)
    ↓
Introduce Yourself
    ↓
First Interaction
    ↓
Regular Member
Welcome Message Template

Discord DM:

Welcome to [Community Name]! 👋

Here's how to get started:

1. Read the rules in #rules
2. Introduce yourself in #introductions
3. Ask questions in #help — we're friendly!

Quick links:
• Documentation: [link]
• Getting started: [link]
• GitHub: [link]

We're glad you're here!

Public #welcome channel:

# Welcome to [Community Name]!

We're [brief description of who you are and what you do].

## Quick Start

1. **Read the rules** → #rules
2. **Introduce yourself** → #introductions
3. **Get help** → #help
4. **Chat with us** → #general

## Useful Links

- [Documentation]
- [GitHub]
- [Website]

## Questions?

Drop a message in #help or mention @moderators
Role Assignment
RoleHow to GetPermissions
New MemberAuto on joinLimited channels
MemberVerify or time-basedFull access
ContributorPR merged, active helperBadge, special channel
ModeratorInvitedModeration powers
AdminCore teamFull access

Engagement Programs

Discussion Prompts

Schedule regular engagement:

DayPrompt TypeExample
MondayThis week's goals"What are you working on this week?"
WednesdayTechnical question"Controversial: Tabs or spaces?"
FridayShow & Tell"Share what you shipped this week"
Recognition Programs
ProgramDescriptionFrequency
Contributor of the MonthRecognize top helpersMonthly
First PR CelebrationWelcome new contributorsAs happens
Milestone Badges10/50/100 messagesAutomatic
Expert RolesDomain expertise recognitionQuarterly
Event Ideas
Event TypeFormatEffort
Office HoursLive Q&A with teamLow
Show & TellMembers demo projectsLow
WorkshopsTeaching sessionsMedium
HackathonsBuild challengesHigh
Game NightNon-tech funLow
AMA SessionsGuest expertsMedium
Engagement Metrics
MetricWhat It Tells You
DAU/MAUDaily vs monthly active users
Messages per userIndividual engagement depth
Questions answeredCommunity self-sufficiency
New member retentionOnboarding effectiveness
Event attendanceProgram resonance

Handling Toxicity

Code of Conduct Essentials
markdown
# Code of Conduct

## Our Standards

**Do:**
- Be respectful and inclusive
- Help others learn (no "RTFM")
- Assume good intentions
- Give constructive feedback
- Report problems, don't engage

**Don't:**
- Personal attacks or harassment
- Discrimination of any kind
- Spam or self-promotion
- NSFW content
- Doxxing or privacy violations
- Bad faith arguments

## Enforcement

1. **Warning** — First offense, good faith
2. **Temp mute** — Repeated issues
3. **Temp ban** — Serious violations
4. **Permanent ban** — Egregious or repeated

## Reporting

DM any @moderator or use the report feature.
All reports are confidential.
Moderation Playbook
SituationResponse
Heated debate"Let's keep this constructive. Both perspectives have merit."
Help vampire"Here's a guide on asking good questions: [link]"
Self-promotion spamDelete, warn, or ban depending on frequency
Off-topic drift"Great discussion! Let's move this to #off-topic"
HarassmentImmediate mute, investigate, likely ban
Bad faith trollDon't engage publicly, ban quietly
De-escalation Techniques
  1. Acknowledge feelings — "I can see this is frustrating"
  2. Move to DM — "Let's continue this privately"
  3. Take a break — "Let's pause and revisit tomorrow"
  4. Clarify intent — "I think there might be a misunderstanding"
  5. Set boundaries — "We're here to help, but not to be yelled at"
Show full SKILL.md (364 more words)Show less
Moderator Self-Care
RiskMitigation
BurnoutRotate moderator duties
Taking it personallyRemember: it's not about you
Imposter syndromeRegular team check-ins
IsolationModerator private channel

Community-Led Growth

Word-of-Mouth Tactics
TacticHow
Referral programRewards for invites that stick
Share-worthy contentExclusive insights, early access
Member spotlightsFeature members → they share
Success stories"I got a job through this community"
User-Generated Content
Content TypeHow to Encourage
Tutorials"Share your setup in #show-what-you-built"
Q&A threadsReward helpful answers
Project showcasesMonthly demo events
TestimonialsAsk happy members
Community Champions

Identify and empower super-users:

Champion TypeRole
GreetersWelcome new members
HelpersAnswer support questions
Content creatorsTutorials, videos, guides
Event organizersRun community events
ConnectorsIntroduce people to each other

Community Metrics

Health Dashboard
MetricHealthyWarningAction Needed
Response time (support)<24h24-72h>72h
Unanswered questions<10%10-25%>25%
New member 7-day retention>40%20-40%<20%
Monthly active ratio>20%10-20%<10%
Moderator messages ratio<30%30-50%>50%
Growth Metrics
MetricHow to Track
Total membersPlatform analytics
Join rateNew members per week
Churn rateLeaves per month
Engagement depthMessages per active user
Support success% questions resolved

Automation

Useful Bots (Discord)
BotPurpose
MEE6 / Carl-botModeration, welcome messages, roles
StatbotAnalytics and metrics
Ticket ToolSupport ticket system
GitHub BotRepo activity notifications
YAGPDBAdvanced moderation, custom commands
Automation Ideas
AutomationBenefit
Welcome DMConsistent onboarding
Auto-role on joinImmediate access
Inactive member pingRe-engagement
Support ticket creationOrganized help
GitHub notificationsKeep community informed
Scheduled postsRegular engagement

Tools

ToolUse Case
OctolensMonitor community mentions across GitHub, Twitter, Reddit. Find where your community members talk about you. Track sentiment. Discover community content to amplify.
CommsorCommunity operations platform
NotionCommunity wiki and resources
LumaEvent management
StreamYard/RestreamLive event streaming

  • developer-audience-context — Know your community members
  • open-source-marketing — OSS community building
  • developer-advocacy — Personal brand in community
  • developer-newsletter — Community digest content

Limitations

  • Use this skill only when the task clearly matches its upstream source and local project context.
  • Verify commands, generated code, dependencies, credentials, and external service behavior before applying changes.
  • Do not treat examples as a substitute for environment-specific tests, security review, or user approval for destructive or costly actions.

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Files

SKILL.md and 1 other file in skills/community-building of sickn33/agentic-awesome-skills.

  • SKILL.md
  • README.md

Open the folder on GitHubat commit b84d35a

Used in 1 other repository

We found 5 copies of this SKILL.md (exact, near-identical or edited) in other folders, from 1 other GitHub owner. This page covers the copy in sickn33/agentic-awesome-skills, which our catalogue first saw on October 7, 2026.

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Questions about Community Building

What does Community Building do?

When the user wants to build, grow, or improve a developer community on Discord, Slack, or forums. Community Building is an agent skill from sickn33/agentic-awesome-skills. When the user wants to build, grow, or improve a developer community on Discord, Slack, or forums.

When should I use Community Building?

Community Building fits situations like: improve a developer community on Discord.

How do I install Community Building in Claude Code?

Run `npx skills add sickn33/agentic-awesome-skills --skill community-building -a claude-code`. Or copy the skill folder (skills/community-building in sickn33/agentic-awesome-skills) into .claude/skills/community-building in your project. Claude Code loads it when a task matches its description.

How do I install Community Building in Codex?

Run `npx skills add sickn33/agentic-awesome-skills --skill community-building -a codex`. Or copy the skill folder (skills/community-building in sickn33/agentic-awesome-skills) into .agents/skills/community-building in your project. Codex loads it when a task matches its description.

Can I use Community Building in Cursor, Gemini CLI or GitHub Copilot?

Cursor, Gemini CLI, GitHub Copilot and OpenCode also load SKILL.md folders. With the skills CLI, run `npx skills add sickn33/agentic-awesome-skills --skill community-building -a cursor` (or -a gemini-cli, github-copilot or opencode for the others). To copy it by hand, put the folder in .cursor/skills/community-building, .gemini/skills/community-building, .github/skills/community-building and .opencode/skills/community-building in your project.

What does Community Building need to run?

SKILL.md names no scripts, command-line tools or credentials: Community Building is instructions for the agent only.

Does Community Building access the network?

SKILL.md names 1 domain. As links in the text: octolens.com. This is read from the text; nothing was executed.

Is Community Building safe to install?

Our automated static check of SKILL.md found no risky patterns, such as piping downloads into a shell, reading credential files or hidden Unicode. It is not a guarantee. Review the folder before installing.

What licence does Community Building use?

Community Building is published under the MIT licence (declared in SKILL.md). It allows redistribution, so the full SKILL.md is shown on this page.

How many tokens does Community Building use?

About 2.9k tokens (SKILL.md is roughly 12k characters). Agents keep only the skill's name and description in context until a task matches; then they load SKILL.md in full.

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Who maintains Community Building?

sickn33 (a GitHub user) maintains it in sickn33/agentic-awesome-skills, which has 47,405 GitHub stars. The repository holds 1,497 skills in this directory. The repository was last updated on October 9, 2026.

Source: sickn33/agentic-awesome-skills on GitHub. Facts on this page come from the repository at the commit we read; the author's words are quoted as theirs.