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The analyzing-data skill processes and interprets data when users mention specific keywords or request analytical tasks. It performs comprehensive data assessment, processing, and validation through a structured workflow. Use this skill for data analysis, pattern recognition, and generating insights from various data types.

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Claude Code

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/plugin add https://github.com/jesseotremblay/claude-skills
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git clone https://github.com/jesseotremblay/claude-skills.git ~/.claude/skills/analyzing-data

Copy and paste this command in Claude Code to install this skill

Documentation

Analyzing Data

Comprehensive overview of what this skill does, its main capabilities, and when it's most useful.

When to Use This Skill

Invoke this skill when the user:

  • [Specific condition or request 1]
  • [Specific condition or request 2]
  • [Specific condition or request 3]
  • [Mentions keywords: keyword1, keyword2, keyword3]
  • [Requests analysis, processing, or generation of specific types]

Main Workflow

Step 1: Initial Assessment

Objectives:

  • [Objective 1]
  • [Objective 2]
  • [Objective 3]

Actions:

  1. [Action 1 description]
  2. [Action 2 description]
  3. [Action 3 description]

Validation:

  • [Check 1]
  • [Check 2]

Step 2: Data/Input Processing

Objectives:

  • [Objective 1]
  • [Objective 2]

Actions:

  1. [Action 1 description]

    • Expected result: [Description]
    • If error: [How to handle]
  2. [Action 2 description]

    • Expected result: [Description]
    • If error: [How to handle]
  3. [Action 3 description]

    • Expected result: [Description]
    • If error: [How to handle]

Quality Checks:

  • [Check 1]
  • [Check 2]
  • [Check 3]

Step 3: Core Processing

Objectives:

  • [Objective 1]
  • [Objective 2]

Different Approaches Based on Context:

Approach A: [When Condition X]

  1. [Step 1]
  2. [Step 2]
  3. [Step 3]

Approach B: [When Condition Y]

  1. [Step 1]
  2. [Step 2]
  3. [Step 3]

For Advanced Scenarios: See REFERENCE.md section [X] for detailed methodology on [specific topic].

Step 4: Output Generation

Format Options:

  • Format 1: [Description] - Use when [condition]
  • Format 2: [Description] - Use when [condition]
  • Format 3: [Description] - Use when [condition]

Using Templates: See FORMS.md for output templates.

Automated Generation:

python scripts/process.py input_file --format [format_type]

Analysis Patterns

Pattern 1: [Pattern Name]

Objective: [What this pattern accomplishes]

When to Use:

  • [Scenario 1]
  • [Scenario 2]
  • [Scenario 3]

Steps:

  1. [Detailed step 1]
  2. [Detailed step 2]
  3. [Detailed step 3]
  4. [Detailed step 4]

Validation:

  • [Check 1]
  • [Check 2]

Pattern 2: [Pattern Name]

Objective: [What this pattern accomplishes]

When to Use:

  • [Scenario 1]
  • [Scenario 2]

Steps:

  1. [Detailed step 1]
  2. [Detailed step 2]
  3. [Detailed step 3]

Validation:

  • [Check 1]
  • [Check 2]

Pattern 3: [Pattern Name]

Objective: [What this pattern accomplishes]

When to Use:

  • [Scenario 1]
  • [Scenario 2]

Advanced Details: See REFERENCE.md section "[Pattern 3 Details]" for:

  • Advanced techniques
  • Edge case handling
  • Optimization strategies

Input Type Handling

Type A: [Input Type]

  • Characteristics: [Description]
  • Processing approach: [Approach]
  • Special considerations: [Considerations]

Type B: [Input Type]

  • Characteristics: [Description]
  • Processing approach: [Approach]
  • Special considerations: [Considerations]

Type C: [Input Type]

  • Characteristics: [Description]
  • Processing approach: [Approach]
  • Special considerations: [Considerations]
  • See REFERENCE.md section "[Type C Processing]" for details

Common Issues and Solutions

Issue: [Problem Description]

  • Symptoms: [How to recognize this issue]
  • Causes: [Common reasons this happens]
  • Solutions:
    • Solution 1: [Description]
    • Solution 2: [Description]
    • Solution 3: [Description]
  • Prevention: [How to avoid this issue]

Issue: [Problem Description]

  • Symptoms: [How to recognize this issue]
  • Causes: [Common reasons this happens]
  • Solutions:
    • Solution 1: [Description]
    • Solution 2: [Description]
  • See Also: REFERENCE.md section "[Related Topic]"

Output Formats

The skill can generate multiple output formats:

Format 1: [Format Name]

  • Description: [What this format provides]
  • Best for: [Use cases]
  • Template: See FORMS.md template "[Template Name]"
  • Example:
    [Example output]
    

Format 2: [Format Name]

  • Description: [What this format provides]
  • Best for: [Use cases]
  • Template: See FORMS.md template "[Template Name]"

Generate specific format:

python scripts/process.py input --format format1
python scripts/process.py input --format format2

Validation Checklist

Before finalizing output:

Input Validation:

  • [Check 1]
  • [Check 2]
  • [Check 3]

Processing Validation:

  • [Check 1]
  • [Check 2]
  • [Check 3]

Output Validation:

  • [Check 1]
  • [Check 2]
  • [Check 3]

Quality Assurance:

  • [Check 1]
  • [Check 2]

Scope Options

Quick Processing (5-10 min):

  • [What's included]
  • [What's excluded]
  • Best for: [Use cases]

Standard Processing (20-40 min):

  • [What's included]
  • [What's excluded]
  • Best for: [Use cases]

Comprehensive Processing (1-2 hours):

  • [What's included]
  • [What's excluded]
  • Best for: [Use cases]

Ask user for preferred scope if unclear.

Example Workflow

Scenario: [Description of example scenario]

Input: [What the user provides]

Processing:

  1. Initial Assessment:

    • [What was checked]
    • [Findings]
  2. Core Processing:

    • [What was done]
    • [Results]
  3. Output Generation:

    • [What was created]

Output:

[Example of final output with key elements]

Advanced Features

For complex scenarios, this skill integrates with:

REFERENCE.md sections:

  • [Section 1]: [What it covers]
  • [Section 2]: [What it covers]
  • [Section 3]: [What it covers]

FORMS.md templates:

Scripts:

  • scripts/process.py: [Description]
  • scripts/analyze.py: [Description]
  • scripts/generate.py: [Description]

Quick Start

Basic usage:

python scripts/process.py your_input_file

With options:

python scripts/process.py your_input_file \
  --option1 value1 \
  --option2 value2 \
  --output-dir ./results

Help:

python scripts/process.py --help

For detailed methodology and advanced techniques, see REFERENCE.md. For output templates and examples, see FORMS.md.

GitHub Repository

jesseotremblay/claude-skills
Path: skill-creator/templates/complex-skill-template

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