---
title: "Backstage Software Template Composer"
description: "Creates Spotify Backstage software templates using template.yaml definitions with Scaffolder actions including fetch:template, publish:github, and catalog:register. Manages the Backstage Software Catalog via its REST API."
verification: "security_reviewed"
source: "https://github.com/backstage/backstage"
author: "backstage"
category:
  - "Templates & Workflows"
framework:
  - "Codex"
tool_ecosystem:
  github_repo: "backstage/backstage"
  github_stars: 33052
---

# Backstage Software Template Composer

Creates Spotify Backstage software templates using template.yaml definitions with Scaffolder actions including fetch:template, publish:github, and catalog:register. Manages the Backstage Software Catalog via its REST API.

## Installation

Choose whichever fits your setup:

1. Copy this skill folder into your local skills directory.
2. Clone the repo and symlink or copy the skill into your agent workspace.
3. Add the repo as a git submodule if you manage shared skills centrally.
4. Install it through your internal provisioning or packaging workflow.
5. Download the folder directly from GitHub and place it in your skills collection.

## Source

- [Agent Skill Exchange](https://agentskillexchange.com/skills/backstage-software-template-composer/)