camp-os-detect

Detect macOS, Linux, or Windows via system commands for environment-specific guidance.

13|5|Updated Mar 6, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/myrealtrip/claude-code-camp --skill camp-os-detect
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: camp-os-detect
Source: https://github.com/myrealtrip/claude-code-camp/tree/main/.claude/skills/camp-os-detect
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/myrealtrip/claude-code-camp --skill camp-os-detect

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill automatically identifies the user's operating system, ensuring that subsequent instructions and guidance are precisely tailored to their environment, preventing confusion and errors.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Automatic OS Detection: Identifies macOS, Linux, or Windows.
  • Environment-Specific Guidance: Adapts commands, paths, and tool recommendations (e.g., brew vs. winget).
  • Use Case: When a user starts a lecture, this skill ensures they receive instructions relevant to their specific OS, whether it's using the terminal on macOS, PowerShell on Windows, or a Linux shell.

Quick Start

Use the camp-os-detect skill to determine the user's operating system.

Frequently Asked Questions about camp-os-detect

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

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How do I automatically detect a user's operating system for tailored instructions?

To detect a user's operating system, you can execute system commands to identify macOS, Linux, or Windows. This ensures subsequent environment-specific guidance adapts commands and paths correctly, preventing terminal confusion.

Why does environment setup guidance fail when it doesn't detect the user OS?

Environment setup fails without OS detection because commands and paths differ across platforms. Identifying macOS, Linux, or Windows ensures users receive instructions specific to their shell, preventing errors like using brew on Windows.

Can I use system commands to identify macOS, Linux, or Windows environments?

Yes, you can identify macOS, Linux, or Windows environments by executing system commands. If command execution fails, a fallback user query ensures accurate OS identification for delivering tailored guidance.

What's the best way to provide cross-platform user guidance for terminal setup?

The best way to provide cross-platform user guidance is to detect the user's operating system first. This allows you to tailor instructions specifically for macOS terminal, Windows PowerShell, or Linux shell environments.

How to handle OS detection when direct system commands are unavailable?

When direct system commands are unavailable for OS detection, you can use a fallback user query. This ensures accurate identification of macOS, Linux, or Windows to maintain precise environment-specific guidance.