add-codex

Configure OpenAI/Codex as a Deus backend with environment variable sync.

50|4|Updated Mar 21, 2026

Search Tags:#backend #cli #codex #setup #openai #env #deus

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npx skills add https://github.com/sliamh11/Deus --skill add-codex-sliamh11

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Skill: add-codex
Source: https://github.com/sliamh11/Deus/tree/main/.claude/skills/add-codex
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/sliamh11/Deus --skill add-codex-sliamh11

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

OpenAI/Codex backends are configured to enable flexible, on-device or container-backed LLM workflows for Deus, replacing or augmenting Claude as needed.

Core Features & Use Cases

Phase-based setup including API key provisioning, backend configuration, and optional CLI integration for interactive Codex sessions.
Supports running the backend in a containerized environment with synchronization of environment variables and config.
Use case: Upgrade your Deus installation to use Codex for both automated background handling and ad-hoc coding sessions.

Quick Start

Run the skill to configure OpenAI/Codex as a backend for Deus, enabling either the service backend, CLI sessions, or both.

Frequently Asked Questions about add-codex

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

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How do I configure OpenAI Codex as a backend for Deus?▼

To configure OpenAI Codex as a backend for Deus, run the skill to provision your API key, update backend settings, and write environment variables to the .env file. It provides phased guidance for service backend, CLI sessions, or both.

Can I replace Claude with OpenAI in my Deus environment?▼

Yes, you can replace or supplement Claude with OpenAI in your Deus environment. The skill configures OpenAI/Codex to enable flexible, on-device or container-backed LLM workflows for automated background handling and ad-hoc coding sessions.

Does setting up the Codex backend require manual environment variable syncing?▼

No, setting up the Codex backend does not require manual environment variable syncing. The skill automatically writes environment variables to .env and syncs them to data/env/env, while also updating user config during the phased setup.

What is included in the Codex backend setup process for Deus?▼

The Codex backend setup process includes phased guidance for API key provisioning, backend configuration, and verification. It supports model selection, optional CLI integration for interactive sessions, and recovery steps if needed.

Can I use OpenAI Codex for interactive CLI sessions within Deus?▼

Yes, you can use OpenAI Codex for interactive CLI sessions within Deus. The skill supports running the backend in a containerized environment and includes optional CLI integration for ad-hoc coding sessions alongside automated background handling.

Why are my Deus environment variables not syncing after a backend update?▼

If your Deus environment variables are not syncing after a backend update, use the included recovery steps. The skill ensures proper synchronization by writing variables to .env and syncing them to data/env/env during the configuration process.