bls-data-context

Summarize BLS labor statistics programs and cross-program data concepts.

Updated Jun 20, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/lowmason/agent-skills --skill bls-data-context
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Skill: bls-data-context
Source: https://github.com/lowmason/agent-skills/tree/main/bls-data-context
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/lowmason/agent-skills --skill bls-data-context

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill serves as a canonical reference hub for BLS data programs and their interoperability, enabling fast access to program definitions, scope, and data-flow rules. It consolidates cross-program concepts such as universe, reference period, data schemas, and program reconciliation practices to reduce misinterpretation when building pipelines or reasoning about revisions.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Centralizes official program definitions for QCEW, CES, SAE, JOLTS, BED/BDM, OEWS/OES, ECI, ECEC, and CPS.
  • Provides unified frontmatter, program references, and lookup codes to support robust data pipelines and crosswalk construction.
  • Serves as an on-demand knowledge base to reason about vintages, benchmarks, and reconciliation rules across multiple labor-market platforms.

Quick Start

Load the BLS Data Context hub to access program definitions, crosswalks, and reference material before building or validating any labor data pipelines.

Frequently Asked Questions about bls-data-context

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I reconcile BLS data revisions and benchmarks across labor statistics programs?

To reconcile BLS data revisions, use this reference hub to reason about vintages, benchmarks, and program reconciliation rules across QCEW, CES, and other labor-market platforms to ensure pipeline accuracy.

What is the difference between QCEW and CES universe definitions for labor market data?

The difference between QCEW and CES universes lies in their scope and reference periods. This hub centralizes official program definitions to clarify data schemas and reduce cross-program misinterpretation.

How to build a crosswalk between JOLTS and BED data series IDs?

Build a crosswalk between JOLTS and BED by loading on-demand program references and lookup codes provided here, which support robust data pipelines and crosswalk construction for labor statistics.

Do I need a canonical reference to validate BLS series IDs before building data pipelines?

Yes, you need a canonical reference to validate BLS series IDs. Loading this hub provides unified frontmatter and program scope definitions to prevent data flow errors before pipeline execution.

What's the best way to embed BLS labor statistics context into an automated agent?

The best way to embed BLS context into an agent is to load this hub's program references to provide the agent with cross-program scope, data flow rules, and lookup codes for reasoning tasks.