agentic-loop

Enforce an agentic work-and-guard loop until explicit completion criteria are met.

Updated Aug 27, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/CleanExpo/Pi-Dev-Ops --skill agentic-loop-cleanexpo
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
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Skill: agentic-loop
Source: https://github.com/CleanExpo/Pi-Dev-Ops/tree/main/skills/agentic-loop
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/CleanExpo/Pi-Dev-Ops --skill agentic-loop-cleanexpo

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill prevents stalled AI workflows by repeatedly continuing work until explicit completion criteria are satisfied, rather than stopping prematurely or producing incomplete outputs.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Two-Prompt Agent Cycle: Runs a task prompt followed by a stop-guard phase that decides whether the work is actually complete.
  • Deterministic Completion Criteria: Uses guard checks to determine whether to stop or continue, reducing premature termination.
  • Oscillation and Runtime Safety Rails: Limits iterations and runtime, and detects repeated “fix A breaks B” patterns to avoid infinite loops.

Quick Start

Ask your agent to run an agentic loop that continues working until the provided completion criteria are explicitly met, stopping only when the guard confirms completion.

Frequently Asked Questions about agentic-loop

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

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How do I stop autonomous AI runs from terminating before the task is actually complete?

An agentic loop prevents stalled AI workflows by running a two-prompt cycle: a task prompt followed by a stop-guard phase that verifies completion criteria before allowing the agent to terminate.

How do I set up an agentic loop for coding and refinement tasks?

To set up an agentic loop, define a two-prompt cycle: a task prompt to execute work and a stop-guard prompt to verify results. Specify iteration and token limits to ensure the loop terminates safely.

What is oscillation detection in autonomous AI agents?

Oscillation detection identifies repeated "fix A breaks B" patterns during autonomous AI refinement. It acts as a safety rail to stop infinite correction loops and guarantee runtime termination.

Can I use an agentic loop for planning and review tasks, or is it only for coding?

You can apply an agentic loop to planning, coding, review, and refinement tasks. It enforces work-and-guard iteration cycles whenever completion must be verified against explicit criteria rather than assumed.

What are the limitations of using iteration limits and stop guards in AI workflows?

Iteration limits and stop guards guarantee termination but may halt an agent before it resolves complex issues if thresholds are too restrictive. Oscillation detection also forces termination when repeated fixes fail to stabilize.