Comparison
Generate a skill vs buy one from the marketplace
On Loreto you can generate a skill from your own source or buy a ready-made one from the marketplace. Generate when the expertise is yours or niche; buy when someone has already packaged exactly what you need.
Quick answer
Generate a skill: Generating turns your source (video, article, PDF, or workflow) into a new, custom skill package in minutes. Buy a skill: Buying installs a vetted, ready-made skill from the marketplace — with ratings, downloads, and a runnable test.
| Generate a skill | Buy a skill | |
|---|---|---|
| Best when | The knowledge is yours / niche | Someone already packaged it well |
| Speed | Minutes to a custom draft | Instant install |
| Customization | Fully yours to edit | As-is (or fork) |
| Trust signal | You know the source | Ratings + downloads |
| Cost | Free to start | Free or one-time price |
Use Generate a skill when
- You have proprietary expertise or a specific workflow
- Nothing in the marketplace fits exactly
Use Buy a skill when
- A proven skill already covers your need
- You want it working right now
The verdict
Search the marketplace first; if nothing fits, generate your own in minutes — and you can list what you generate to earn.
Build the skill for your side of this
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