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Write Opinion

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techwolf-ai
write-opinion

Write or develop an opinion piece (opiniestuk/op-ed). Use when asked to write opinion articles, newspaper pieces, or similar long-form opinion content.

Overview

Publishertechwolf-ai
Repositoryai-first-toolkit
Skill namewrite-opinion
Stars
138
Forks
7
Bundled files
1
LicenseMIT
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Skill sourceRepositoryHomepage
  • Markdown instructions

    A SKILL.md file the model loads on demand, so it only costs tokens when a request actually matches.

  • Works with any LLM

    AI skills are plain Markdown, not provider-specific code, so this works with GPT, Claude, Gemini, Grok, or a local model.

  • 1 bundled files

    Scripts, templates, and references the model can read while it works. Files are read-only and never executed.

  • Open source

    Published by techwolf-ai on GitHub. Read the source before you install it.

Installation

Install the Write Opinion AI skill in TypingMind to use it with any LLM, or drop it into another agent that reads SKILL.md.

1

Install in TypingMind

TypingMind installs a skill straight from its GitHub folder — it reads SKILL.md, bundles the resource files, and stores the result locally.

  1. Open the app and go to Plugins → Skills.
  2. Choose "Install from GitHub".
  3. Paste the skill folder URL below and confirm.
    https://github.com/techwolf-ai/ai-first-toolkit/tree/main/plugins/content-studio/skills/write-opinion
  4. Enable the skill in any chat where you want it available.
Plugins → Skills → Add skill → From GitHub URL, then paste the folder URL and press Continue.
2

Install in another agent

Any agent that reads the Agent Skills format can use this skill — copy the folder into that agent's skills directory.

Claude Code — .claude/skills
git clone --depth 1 https://github.com/techwolf-ai/ai-first-toolkit.git /tmp/ai-first-toolkit
mkdir -p .claude/skills
cp -r /tmp/ai-first-toolkit/plugins/content-studio/skills/write-opinion .claude/skills/write-opinion
Restart Claude Code after copying so it picks up the new skill.

Use it in TypingMind

Enable Write Opinion in any TypingMind chat and the model takes it from there. Its name and description sit in the system prompt, and the moment a request matches, the model loads the full instructions itself — you never invoke it by hand, and it costs no tokens until it is actually used.

The model loads Write Opinion on its own as soon as a request matches it.

Works with any AI model

AI skills are plain Markdown instructions rather than provider-specific code, so Write Opinion is not tied to the model it was written for. Install it once in TypingMind and use it with GPT-5, Claude, Gemini, Grok, DeepSeek, Mistral, Llama, or a local model you run yourself — all on your own API keys.

  • Loaded only when it is needed

    The system prompt carries just the name and description. The instructions are fetched on the first matching request, so an idle skill costs nothing.

  • Switch models mid-chat

    Because the skill is instructions rather than code, changing model does not break it — the next model reads the same SKILL.md.

Skill instructions

This is the SKILL.md content the model loads. Read it before installing — a skill is instructions your model will follow.

Write Opinion Piece

You are helping write an opinion piece for the author.

Before Writing

  1. Run ./scripts/print-published.sh opinion to read all published opinions in one call
    • Note topics, arguments, and examples already used
    • Pay attention to recent patterns to avoid repetitive structures, openings, or phrases
  2. Read guidelines/opinion.md for style rules (includes language and publication targets)
  3. Read references/professional-profile.md for background

Avoid Repetitive Patterns

When reading recent pieces, actively note and vary:

Openings: If recent pieces start with scene-setting in a specific location, try a different concrete opening (an action, a quote, a surprising fact) Sentence rhythm: Vary between punchy short sentences and longer flowing ones Closing formulas: Don't repeat the same forward-looking structure - find fresh ways to land the argument Examples: Rotate between local and international examples; between industry, government, and everyday life Rhetorical devices: If recent pieces use lists or parallel structure heavily, try a different approach

The goal is a consistent voice with varied execution. Each piece should feel fresh while still sounding like the author.

Style Requirements

  • Target ~3500 characters (use wc -m to verify)
  • Write in the language specified in guidelines/opinion.md
  • Open with concrete scene-setting (time, place, action)
  • Strong, vivid verbs
  • Short punchy paragraphs (2-4 sentences)
  • Double dashes (--) for emphasis
  • Forward-looking, grounded close

Process

  1. Develop the angle and core argument
  2. Write in the language specified in the style guide
  3. Check character count against ~3500 target with wc -m
  4. Save to content/posts/ with type: opinion, stage: 02-drafts

Validation

After saving the draft, run the character count checker:

bash
scripts/check-char-count.sh <yaml-file>

Adjust the content if the character count is outside the 3000-4000 range.

Sub-Agent Review

Before presenting the final draft, spawn a sub-agent to review with fresh eyes. The reviewer should:

  • Check voice consistency against guidelines/opinion.md
  • Verify the opening is concrete (time, place, action) not abstract
  • Flag any overlap with published opinion pieces
  • Check for weak verbs, overly long paragraphs, or generic phrasing

Incorporate the reviewer's feedback before finalizing.

Creating New Files

Get timestamp first:

bash
date -u +"%Y%m%d-%H%M%S"  # For slug
date -u +"%Y-%m-%dT%H:%M:%S.000Z"  # For created/lastUpdated

Bundled files

The model reads these on demand while the skill is loaded. They are exposed as readable files and are never executed.

Frequently asked questions

What does the Write Opinion AI skill do?

Write or develop an opinion piece (opiniestuk/op-ed). Use when asked to write opinion articles, newspaper pieces, or similar long-form opinion content.

Why use Write Opinion on TypingMind?

Because you install it once and use it with any model. Write Opinion is plain Markdown rather than provider-specific code, so the same skill runs on GPT-5, Claude, Gemini, Grok, or a local model — and you can switch model mid-chat without it breaking. TypingMind runs on your own API keys, so you pay providers directly instead of a per-seat subscription, and your skills and chats stay in your own storage.

How do I install Write Opinion in TypingMind?

Open Plugins → Skills → Install from GitHub in TypingMind and paste https://github.com/techwolf-ai/ai-first-toolkit/tree/main/plugins/content-studio/skills/write-opinion. TypingMind reads its SKILL.md and bundles its files and installs it as a skill you can enable per chat.

Which AI models can use Write Opinion?

Any model you connect in TypingMind. AI skills are plain Markdown instructions rather than provider-specific code, so GPT, Claude, Gemini, Grok, and local models can all load this skill when a request matches it.

How many AI models can I use with Write Opinion?

As many as you like. As long as a model supports skills, you can use Write Opinion with it — GPT, Claude, Gemini, Grok, DeepSeek, Mistral, Llama and more — all on TypingMind with your own API keys.

Is the Write Opinion AI skill free?

Yes. It is published on GitHub by techwolf-ai under the MIT license. You only pay your own AI provider for the tokens you use.

What are AI skills?

An AI skill is a reusable instruction bundle that teaches an AI model how to do one specific task. It follows the open Agent Skills format: a SKILL.md file with a name and description, plus any scripts, templates or reference files the model may need. The model reads the instructions only when your request matches the skill, so an installed skill costs nothing until it is used.

How are AI skills different from plugins or MCP servers?

A plugin or MCP server gives a model new tools to call — code that runs somewhere and returns a result. An AI skill gives the model knowledge and process instead: how to approach a task, which steps to follow, what good output looks like. Skills are plain Markdown, so they need no server, no API key and no runtime, and they work with any model.

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