cookbook-next

Advance the cookbook pipeline by processing the next concern step.

Updated Aug 27, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/agentic-cookbook/tools --skill cookbook-next
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Skill: cookbook-next
Source: https://github.com/agentic-cookbook/tools/tree/main/skills/cookbook-next
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/agentic-cookbook/tools --skill cookbook-next

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

The skill streamlines the cookbook workflow by automatically advancing the pipeline one concern at a time, handling state management, evaluation, and result recording without manual orchestration.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • State Management: Reads and updates .cookbook/pipeline.json to keep track of progress across planning and implementation phases.
  • Concern Evaluation: Loads the relevant guideline, presents it for user assessment, and records applicability or skips as needed.
  • Version Guard & Safety: Checks skill version consistency, validates file existence, and enforces read‑only access to external repositories.

Quick Start

Run the command /cookbook-next to process the next pipeline step.

Frequently Asked Questions about cookbook-next

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

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How do I advance a cookbook pipeline one step at a time?

To advance a cookbook pipeline one step at a time, use the cookbook-next skill to process the next concern. It automatically evaluates the relevant guideline, records applicability in `.cookbook/pipeline.json`, and optionally invokes git commands for implementation changes.

How does pipeline state management work for cookbook concerns?

Pipeline state management for cookbook concerns works by reading and updating the `.cookbook/pipeline.json` file. The skill tracks progress across planning and implementation phases, evaluating each concern against guideline files and recording the results.

Can I use cookbook-next during both planning and implementation phases?

Yes, you can use cookbook-next during both planning and implementation phases. It evaluates guidelines, records applicability or skips, and updates the pipeline state in `.cookbook/pipeline.json` regardless of the current development phase.

What file access does the cookbook pipeline tool require to process concerns?

To process concerns, the cookbook pipeline tool requires read and write access to `.cookbook/pipeline.json` and read access to guideline and concern files. It also optionally invokes git commands for implementation changes.

Are there safety guards for version consistency when processing pipeline steps?

Yes, there are safety guards when processing pipeline steps. The skill checks skill version consistency, validates file existence before processing, and enforces read-only access to external repositories to ensure safe pipeline advancement.

How do I start processing the next concern in my DevOps pipeline?

To start processing the next concern in your DevOps pipeline, run the `/cookbook-next` command. This loads the relevant guideline, presents it for user assessment, and automatically records the evaluation result in the pipeline state file.