bash-skill

Provide Bash command patterns for Linux and macOS system administration.

356|66|Updated Oct 13, 2025
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/zeenie-ai/MachinaOS --skill bash-skill-zeenie-ai
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: bash-skill
Source: https://github.com/zeenie-ai/MachinaOS/tree/main/server/skills/terminal/bash-skill
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/zeenie-ai/MachinaOS --skill bash-skill-zeenie-ai

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill reduces friction when you need to manage processes, move around files, and perform system administration tasks on Linux or macOS without manually thinking through the right command patterns.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • OS-aware command execution: Ensures you only run Bash commands on Linux/macOS by checking uname -s before proceeding (Linux = Linux, Darwin = macOS).
  • Common system workflows: Supports practical command patterns for package installs (npm/pip/apt/brew), starting dev servers, and quick operational checks like finding what runs on a port.
  • Fast file and troubleshooting operations: Enables file discovery and content search (find/grep), disk usage inspection (df/du), environment introspection, and log/file watching with tail.

Quick Start

Tell the assistant: run the bash-skill to install jq on Debian/Ubuntu.

Frequently Asked Questions about bash-skill

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

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How do I find what process is running on a specific port for debugging?

To find what runs on a port for debugging, this Skill provides Bash command patterns that identify active processes. It supports quick operational checks on Linux and macOS to help isolate conflicts during dev server startup.

How do I install packages using Bash on macOS or Linux?

You can install packages using Bash command patterns for npm, pip, apt, and brew. The Skill supports common system workflows for package installs on both macOS and Linux, streamlining your dev environment setup.

Does this Bash command execution method work on both macOS and Linux?

Yes, this method works on both macOS and Linux by using OS-aware command execution. It checks uname -s before proceeding, ensuring Bash commands are only run on supported operating systems like Darwin or Linux.

What is the best way to search file contents and inspect disk usage in Bash?

The best way to search file contents and inspect disk usage is using built-in Bash commands like find, grep, df, and du. This Skill enables fast file discovery and troubleshooting operations for routine system maintenance.

Do I need a specific tool to run these system administration commands?

You need the process_manager tool to execute these system administration commands. The Skill requires execution via this tool with PATH access to safely run Bash patterns for managing processes and files.

Can I use Bash to watch log files and inspect the environment?

Yes, you can use Bash to watch log files and inspect the environment. The Skill provides command patterns for environment introspection and log or file watching using tail, facilitating routine troubleshooting operations.