ALPS CLI Tool Assistant

Validate ALPS profiles and convert them to DOT visualizations.

Updated Dec 12, 2025
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/hajime-matsumoto/app-state-diagram-cli --skill alps-cli-tool-assistant
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Skill: ALPS CLI Tool Assistant
Source: https://github.com/hajime-matsumoto/app-state-diagram-cli/tree/main/.
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/hajime-matsumoto/app-state-diagram-cli --skill alps-cli-tool-assistant

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill eliminates the manual effort of validating ALPS profiles and creating API documentation diagrams, saving developers hours of debugging and documentation work.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Automated Validation: Instantly check ALPS profiles for structural errors, naming inconsistencies, and specification compliance.
  • Visual Documentation: Convert ALPS profiles to DOT format for automatic diagram generation with Graphviz.
  • Use Case: Imagine you're designing a new e-commerce API. Use this Skill to validate your ALPS profile, generate visual state diagrams, and get best practice guidance - all without manual configuration.

Quick Start

Use the ALPS CLI Tool Assistant to validate the attached 'profile.json' file and generate a visual diagram showing all application states and transitions.

Frequently Asked Questions about ALPS CLI Tool Assistant

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I validate ALPS profiles for structural and specification errors?

ALPS profile validation checks your JSON or XML files for structural compliance, naming consistency, and adherence to the ALPS specification. This Skill automates that validation instantly, flagging errors before deployment and saving hours of manual debugging.

Can I convert ALPS profiles to visual diagrams automatically?

Yes. This Skill converts ALPS profiles to DOT format, which Graphviz renders into visual state diagrams and API documentation. You get automatic visualization of application states and transitions without manual diagram creation.

How do I integrate ALPS validation into Claude Desktop as an MCP server?

This Skill configures ALPS profile validation and visualization workflows for Claude Desktop MCP server integration. Set up the MCP server once to enable automated validation and DOT generation directly within Claude Desktop workflows.

What input formats does ALPS profile validation support?

ALPS validation handles both JSON and XML profile formats. The Skill processes either format, applies specification validation, and outputs DOT visualization and best-practices guidance in a single workflow.

Do I need prior experience with ALPS specification to use this Skill?

No. This Skill includes best-practices guidance alongside validation. It checks your profiles against ALPS spec requirements and surfaces structural issues with actionable feedback, making it accessible even if you're new to ALPS design.