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apm-usage

Guide APM installation, configuration, authoring, and troubleshooting for AI-agent packages.

3.5k|319|Updated Sep 18, 2025
Search Tags:#workflow#authentication#mcp#policy#installation#apm#agent-package-manager
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/microsoft/apm --skill apm-usage
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: apm-usage
Source: https://github.com/microsoft/apm/tree/main/packages/apm-guide/.apm/skills/apm-usage
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/microsoft/apm --skill apm-usage

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This frontmatter-driven skill activates when users ask about APM workflows, guiding them through installing, configuring, authoring, and troubleshooting AI-agent packages.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Provides concise guidance on the full APM workflow, including dependencies, MCP servers, policy enforcement, and CLI usage.
  • Helps teams onboard quickly by clarifying project setup, governance implications, and common troubleshooting steps.

Quick Start

Ask me how to install, configure, author, or troubleshoot APM to get started.

Frequently Asked Questions about apm-usage

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I install and configure AI-agent packages using APM?▼

APM provides CLI commands to install and configure AI-agent packages, guiding you through project setup, dependency management, and apm.yml configuration for quick onboarding.

What is the apm.yml file used for in agent package management?▼

The apm.yml file defines your AI-agent package configuration, including dependencies, MCP servers, and policy enforcement rules to support governance and project setup.

How do I set up MCP servers when authoring AI-agent packages?▼

You can configure MCP servers within your apm.yml file and use APM CLI commands to manage them, ensuring proper workflow integration and policy enforcement during authoring.

Can I use APM to enforce policy and governance for AI-agent packages?▼

Yes, APM supports policy enforcement and clarifies governance implications during AI-agent package installation, configuration, and authoring to help teams maintain compliance.

What are common troubleshooting steps for APM workflow errors?▼

APM guidance covers common troubleshooting steps for AI-agent package installation and configuration issues, helping developers and operators resolve dependencies and CLI command failures.

Do I need specific dependencies installed before using APM for AI-agent packages?▼

APM operates with no external dependencies and provides concise guidance on managing package dependencies, MCP servers, and CLI usage for developers and operators.

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