Claude Code: Mastering Sub-Agent Skills for AI Development

This article dives into the nuances of using context:fork and skills fields within Claude Code for sub-agent execution, a crucial aspect of advanced AI development. It offers a clear comparison, helping developers choose the best approach for their specific needs and build more powerful AI applications. Understanding these distinctions empowers developers to unlock Claude Code's full potential.

• •The article compares two methods for using skills with sub-agents in Claude Code: context:fork and skills fields.
• •context:fork uses the content of SKILL.md directly as the task, offering predictability.
• •skills fields allow dynamic task generation via Claude's delegation messages, offering flexibility.