background-jobs

Enqueue and execute one-time or periodic background jobs in pocopine apps.

Updated Jun 1, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/mambisi/pocopine-skills --skill background-jobs-mambisi
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Skill: background-jobs
Source: https://github.com/mambisi/pocopine-skills/tree/main/background-jobs
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/mambisi/pocopine-skills --skill background-jobs-mambisi

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill streamlines the process of defining, enqueuing, and managing background jobs in pocopine applications, allowing for efficient task scheduling and execution.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Job Definition: Leverage the #[pocopine::job] macro to define one-time or periodic jobs.
  • Enqueueing Jobs: Use built-in helpers to enqueue jobs from server functions.
  • Running Workers: Create a worker binary to execute job handlers.
  • Backend Configuration: Support for Redis and memory backends with environment variable configuration.
  • Use Case: For example, schedule a job to perform a daily data backup at midnight.

Quick Start

Define a background job using the #[pocopine::job] macro and enqueue it in a server function.

Frequently Asked Questions about background-jobs

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

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How do I schedule asynchronous background tasks in a pocopine app?

You schedule asynchronous background tasks in a pocopine app by defining job handlers with the `#[pocopine::job]` macro, enqueuing them via built-in helpers, and running a worker binary to execute jobs against a configured Redis or memory backend.

What is the best way to manage periodic job queues for daily data backups?

The best way to manage periodic job queues for daily data backups is using this Skill to define periodic jobs with the `#[pocopine::job]` macro, which schedules and executes recurring tasks automatically through a dedicated worker binary.

Does this background job processor require Redis to run workers?

No, running workers does not strictly require Redis, as the processor supports both Redis and memory backends. You must configure the appropriate environment variables to select your preferred storage backend for job execution.

How do I enqueue one-time tasks from server functions?

To enqueue one-time tasks from server functions, use the built-in helper functions provided by the Skill to pass jobs to the queue, where they wait for execution by the background worker binary.

Can I use a memory backend for background job execution in production?

Yes, you can use a memory backend for background job execution by configuring the necessary environment variables, though it is typically suited for development or testing rather than persistent production workloads.

Why do I need to create a separate worker binary for asynchronous processing?

You need a separate worker binary for asynchronous processing to isolate job execution from the main server process, allowing the worker to continuously pull and run task handlers from the queue without blocking application responses.