article-writing

This skill is a long-form writing guide from the ECC skill collection. It solves the problem of AI-generated prose that reads as generic and voiceless by codifying rules for producing articles, essays, guides, tutorials, and newsletter issues that sound like a real person with a point of view. Its explicit goal is content that leads with concrete evidence rather than throat-clearing and templated filler.

The single-file SKILL.md lays out activation triggers, core rules (lead with the concrete artifact, explain after the example, use proof instead of adjectives, never invent facts or credibility), voice handling that defers to a separate `brand-voice` skill's VOICE PROFILE when a specific voice is required, and an explicit list of banned patterns ("in today's rapidly evolving landscape," "game-changer," fake vulnerability arcs, engagement-baiting closing questions). It also provides a writing process, structure guidance tailored to technical guides, essays, and newsletters, and a final quality gate that checks sourcing, voice match, and formatting before delivery.

The target users are founders, operators, marketers, and technical writers who need polished long-form content with consistent voice and credibility. Typical use cases include drafting launch posts, turning notes or transcripts into articles, matching an existing brand voice from examples, and tightening already-written copy. It is a self-contained editorial reference with no code, tooling, or external calls — purely guidance on how to write.