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coding-agent

Run coding agents as background processes in isolated workspaces.

Updated Feb 20, 2026
Search Tags:#codex#claude#background#code-review#opencode#pi#coding-agent
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/kbtime/openclaw-workspace --skill coding-agent-kbtime
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: coding-agent
Source: https://github.com/kbtime/openclaw-workspace/tree/main/skills/coding-agentagb2
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/kbtime/openclaw-workspace --skill coding-agent-kbtime

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill provides a reliable way to run autonomous coding agents (Codex, Claude Code, OpenCode, Pi) as background processes in an isolated workspace so agents do focused programmatic work without interfering with your main projects or requiring interactive terminals.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Background agent orchestration: Launch agents in temporary or project workdirs and manage sessions non-interactively.
  • Process monitoring and control: Poll, log, write input to, and kill agent sessions for long-running tasks like builds, PR reviews, and batch fixes.
  • Safe review workflows: Use temp clones or git worktrees to review PRs or run parallel fixes without touching live repositories; integrate with tmux for interactive sessions when needed.

Quick Start

Start a background agent in an isolated directory by running: bash workdir:/tmp/scratch background:true command:"codex exec 'Build a simple app and run tests'"

Frequently Asked Questions about coding-agent

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I run coding agents as background processes for automated code generation?▼

Run coding agents as background processes by launching them in isolated workdirs with tmux sessions, enabling programmatic control of automated code generation without interactive terminals. This allows autonomous agents to execute long-running tasks safely outside your main project directory.

Can I use Claude Code or Codex to review PRs without touching my live repository?▼

Review PRs safely using Claude Code or Codex within temporary clones or git worktrees, ensuring your live repository remains untouched. This isolated workspace approach enables safe review workflows and parallel fixes without interfering with active development branches.

Do I need OpenClawCLI and agent binaries installed to orchestrate background coding sessions?▼

Yes, you need OpenClawCLI and the respective agent CLI binaries like Codex, Claude Code, OpenCode, or Pi installed to orchestrate background coding sessions. These dependencies provide the necessary command-line interfaces for process monitoring and session management.

What is the best way to manage multiple coding agents running parallel fixes in isolated workspaces?▼

Manage multiple coding agents running parallel fixes by launching each in isolated temporary workdirs with tmux sessions for programmatic control. Poll, log, write input to, and kill agent sessions individually to handle long-running batch fixes across separate workspaces.

Does background agent orchestration support process monitoring and input injection for long-running tasks?▼

Background agent orchestration supports process monitoring and input injection, allowing you to poll logs and write input to active sessions handling long-running tasks. You can track builds and batch fixes non-interactively and kill sessions when needed.

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