coder-workspaces

Manage Coder workspace lifecycles and AI tasks via CLI.

Updated Feb 6, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/DevelopmentCats/coder-workspaces-skill --skill coder-workspaces
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: coder-workspaces
Source: https://github.com/DevelopmentCats/coder-workspaces-skill/tree/main
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/DevelopmentCats/coder-workspaces-skill --skill coder-workspaces

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Managing Coder workspaces and AI coding tasks across deployments can be tedious and error-prone. This skill provides a centralized OpenClaw agent to list, create, start, stop, restart, delete, and SSH into workspaces, plus create and monitor AI tasks within isolated coder environments.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Workspace Lifecycle: List, create, start, stop, restart, and delete workspaces from a single agent.
  • Remote Commands: SSH into a workspace and run commands without exposing host access.
  • AI Task Management: Create, monitor, and manage Coder Tasks with Claude Code, Aider, Goose, and other agents within dedicated workspaces.
  • Isolation & Security: Operations occur inside governed, isolated Code environments to prevent host modifications.

Quick Start

To get started, ensure the Coder CLI is installed and authenticated, then prompt the agent with a simple task such as: "List my workspaces" or "Start workspace <name>"

Frequently Asked Questions about coder-workspaces

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

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How do I automate starting and stopping Coder workspaces via CLI?

You can automate Coder workspace lifecycle management by prompting the OpenClaw agent with commands to list, start, stop, restart, or delete workspaces. It requires the coder CLI installed and configured with CODER_URL and CODER_SESSION_TOKEN for authenticated execution.

What are Coder AI tasks and how do they work in isolated environments?

Coder AI tasks are automated coding jobs executed by agents like Claude Code, Aider, or Goose within dedicated workspaces. The skill creates and monitors these tasks inside governed, isolated Coder environments to prevent unauthorized host modifications.

Do I need the coder CLI installed to manage workspaces through an agent?

Yes, you need the coder CLI installed and authenticated with CODER_URL and CODER_SESSION_TOKEN environment variables. The OpenClaw agent relies on this local CLI configuration to execute workspace provisioning, SSH access, and task management commands.

Can I SSH into a Coder workspace and run commands without exposing host access?

Yes, you can SSH into Coder workspaces and execute remote commands securely. The agent manages SSH access directly into the workspace environment, ensuring operations occur inside isolated, governed Coder environments without exposing underlying host access.

What's the best way to manage multiple Coder workspaces across different teams?

Using a centralized OpenClaw agent is the best way to manage multiple Coder workspaces across teams and environments. It provides a single interface to list, provision, delete, and monitor AI tasks, reducing manual management errors across deployments.

What are the limitations of using an OpenClaw agent for Coder workspace management?

The primary limitation is its dependency on the coder CLI and pre-configured CODER_SESSION_TOKEN authentication. Additionally, all operations are constrained to isolated Coder environments, meaning it cannot execute commands that directly modify the underlying host system.