asciinema-demos

Create concise asciinema demo recordings that visually verify completed work.

401|41|Updated Jan 19, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/imbue-ai/mng --skill asciinema-demos
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Skill: asciinema-demos
Source: https://github.com/imbue-ai/mng/tree/main/.claude/skills/asciinema-demos
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/imbue-ai/mng --skill asciinema-demos

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This skill provides guidelines and tooling to create 1-3 short asciinema demo recordings (5-20 seconds each) that visually demonstrate completed work for PRs and reviews.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Plan, script, record, verify, and iterate demos to clearly communicate changes.
  • Outputs include .cast and .gif files, with a structured workflow for review and iteration.
  • Use cases include documenting CLI changes, feature demonstrations, and task validation in code reviews.

Quick Start

Record a 5-20 second asciinema demo using the provided scripts and cleanup workflow.

Frequently Asked Questions about asciinema-demos

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I create asciinema demos for a PR review?

To create asciinema demos for a PR review, you can plan, script, and record 1-3 short CLI sessions using a structured workflow. This process outputs both .cast and .gif files to visually verify completed work and document feature changes.

What is the best way to document CLI changes visually?

The best way to document CLI changes visually is by recording concise asciinema demos. This approach provides end-to-end guidance for scripting and recording 5-20 second CLI sessions that clearly communicate feature updates for documentation.

Can I convert asciinema recordings to GIF for documentation?

Yes, you can convert asciinema recordings to GIF for documentation. The workflow outputs both .cast and .gif files, allowing you to embed visual CLI demonstrations directly into project docs and task validation reports.

How long should an asciinema demo recording be?

An asciinema demo recording should be 5-20 seconds long. Creating 1-3 concise demos ensures you visually verify completed work without making the recordings too long for PR reviews or feature demonstrations.

Do I need to script asciinema demos before recording?

Yes, you need to script asciinema demos before recording. The workflow includes end-to-end guidance for planning, scripting, and cleanup before recording via a helper, ensuring the final CLI demos accurately validate the task.

Why use asciinema for task validation in code reviews?

You use asciinema for task validation in code reviews because it provides visual verification of completed work. By recording short CLI demos, you can clearly demonstrate feature functionality and iterate on outputs before merging.