wshobsonInstall Data Storytelling
Pick your agent. Every command is ready to paste.
npx skills add wshobson/agents --skill data-storytellingThe open skills CLI detects your agents (Claude Code, Cursor, Codex and 70+ more) and installs to the right folder. Add -g to install globally.
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Install it
Run the command above, or upload the folder in Claude.
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Ask naturally
Describe the task. Your agent loads data-storytelling when the request matches its description.
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Name it if needed
If it does not trigger, say “use the data-storytelling skill”. In Codex, type $data-storytelling.
The skill itself
SKILL.md
Data Storytelling
Transform raw data into compelling narratives that drive decisions and inspire action.
When to Use This Skill
- Presenting analytics to executives
- Creating quarterly business reviews
- Building investor presentations
- Writing data-driven reports
- Communicating insights to non-technical audiences
- Making recommendations based on data
Core Concepts
1. Story Structure
Setup → Conflict → Resolution
Setup: Context and baseline
Conflict: The problem or opportunity
Resolution: Insights and recommendations
2. Narrative Arc
1. Hook: Grab attention with surprising insight
2. Context: Establish the baseline
3. Rising Action: Build through data points
4. Climax: The key insight
5. Resolution: Recommendations
6. Call to Action: Next steps
3. Three Pillars
| Pillar | Purpose | Components |
|---|---|---|
| Data | Evidence | Numbers, trends, comparisons |
| Narrative | Meaning | Context, causation, implications |
| Visuals | Clarity | Charts, diagrams, highlights |
Detailed patterns and worked examples
Detailed pattern documentation lives in references/details.md. Read that file when the navigation tier above is insufficient.
Best Practices
Do's
- Start with the "so what" - Lead with insight
- Use the rule of three - Three points, three comparisons
- Show, don't tell - Let data speak
- Make it personal - Connect to audience goals
- End with action - Clear next steps
Don'ts
- Don't data dump - Curate ruthlessly
- Don't bury the insight - Front-load key findings
- Don't use jargon - Match audience vocabulary
- Don't show methodology first - Context, then method
- Don't forget the narrative - Numbers need meaning
Tips for Data Storytelling
- • Start a fresh session after installing so your agent picks up the new skill.
- • It bundles reference files. The agent reads them only when needed, so they cost no context until then.
- • It is part of a pack with 40 skills. Install only the ones you need with --skill to keep triggers precise.
- • If two skills overlap, mention the one you want by name.
Questions about Data Storytelling
What does the Data Storytelling skill do?
Transform data into compelling narratives using visualization, context, and persuasive structure. Use when presenting analytics to stakeholders, creating data reports, or building executive presentations.
How do I install Data Storytelling?
Run "npx skills add wshobson/agents --skill data-storytelling" in your project. The skills CLI installs it for Claude Code, Cursor, Codex and 70+ other agents. In Claude on the web, upload the skill folder as a ZIP under Customize > Skills.
Does Data Storytelling work in Cursor and Codex?
Yes. Data Storytelling uses the open SKILL.md format, so it works in Claude Code, Claude, Cursor, OpenAI Codex, Gemini CLI, GitHub Copilot and other agents that support agent skills.
Is Data Storytelling free?
Data Storytelling is open source on GitHub under the MIT license. It is free to install; check the license before commercial use.
Who made Data Storytelling?
Data Storytelling is published by wshobson in the wshobson/agents repository, together with 39 other skills.
