check-directives

Process Nancy inbox messages and archive directives before task continuation.

Updated Jan 24, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/srobinson/nancy --skill check-directives
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
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Skill: check-directives
Source: https://github.com/srobinson/nancy/tree/main/skills/check-directives
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/srobinson/nancy --skill check-directives

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This skill helps automate the detection and processing of orchestrator/inbox messages for ongoing Nancy tasks, ensuring directives are addressed before continuing work.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Inbox polling: Retrieve new messages with the nancy inbox command and evaluate their type.
  • Message processing: For each message, act on directive, guidance, or stop instructions and archive immediately after handling.
  • Safety guardrails: Prevent task continuation until all directives are processed and the inbox is empty.

Quick Start

Run nancy inbox to fetch messages and start processing them.

Frequently Asked Questions about check-directives

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I automate orchestrator message handling in Nancy task loops?

Automate orchestrator message handling by using a skill to poll the Nancy inbox, evaluate message types, and process directives before task continuation. It reads messages via Nancy and archives them immediately after handling to ensure no pending directives block progress.

Why does my Nancy task loop halt before task continuation?

Your Nancy task loop halts because safety guardrails prevent task continuation until all orchestrator directives are processed and the inbox is empty. This ensures no pending directives block progress, forcing you to address messages before resuming work.

How do I process and archive Nancy inbox messages programmatically?

Process and archive Nancy inbox messages by polling for new items, evaluating each message type, acting on directive or guidance instructions, and archiving them immediately after handling. This cycle repeats until the inbox is clear.

What happens to unprocessed directives in a Nancy worker loop?

Unprocessed directives in a Nancy worker loop block progression and prevent task continuation. The inbox must be cleared by reading messages, acting on the directives, and archiving them before the task can safely resume.

Can I continue Nancy tasks with pending inbox messages?

No, you cannot continue Nancy tasks with pending inbox messages. Safety guardrails halt progression until all directives are processed and the inbox is completely empty, ensuring all instructions are addressed first.

What types of orchestrator messages can be processed in a Nancy inbox?

Orchestrator messages processed in a Nancy inbox include directive, guidance, and stop instructions. Each message type is evaluated upon retrieval and acted upon accordingly before being archived.