cortex-lab-test

Validate SKILL.md discovery and activation in a Cortex Lab skills directory.

21|4|Updated Feb 19, 2026

Search Tags:#debugging #skill-discovery #smoke-test #cortex #living-skills #withskills

Ready to run

npx skills add https://github.com/tylerjrbuell/reactive-agents-ts --skill cortex-lab-test

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Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: cortex-lab-test
Source: https://github.com/tylerjrbuell/reactive-agents-ts/tree/main/apps/cortex/.agents/skills/test
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/tylerjrbuell/reactive-agents-ts --skill cortex-lab-test

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Provides a minimal, read-only smoke test to confirm that a Cortex Lab agent runtime discovers and activates SKILL.md entries when configured with a Living skills path, enabling quick validation of skill discovery without side effects.

Core Features & Use Cases

Discovery Validation: Confirms the agent can see and cite the skill name when a skills path containing SKILL.md is provided.
Safe Smoke Test: Intentionally read-only and non-destructive, suitable for local development, CI checks, and Cortex Studio wiring verification.
Use Case: Add to apps/cortex/.agents/skills or a parent skills directory to validate withSkills resolution and builder integration.

Quick Start

Ask the agent to load skills from apps/cortex/.agents/skills and confirm whether the skill cortex-lab-test is listed and accessible.

Frequently Asked Questions about cortex-lab-test

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

FAQPage Schema

How do I verify Cortex skill discovery and ensure my SKILL.md entries are recognized?▼

To verify Cortex skill discovery, use a read-only smoke test that confirms the agent runtime can see and cite skills from a specified directory. This validates that SKILL.md entries with proper frontmatter are successfully resolved during local development.

How do I test withSkills resolution for agent configuration in Cortex Lab?▼

You can test withSkills resolution by adding a validation skill to the apps/cortex/.agents/skills directory. Ask the agent to load skills from that path and confirm whether the skill is listed and accessible, ensuring correct builder integration.

What format does a SKILL.md file need for Cortex agent discovery to work?▼

A SKILL.md file requires specific frontmatter containing the skill name and description at the skill root. This metadata allows the Cortex runtime to properly discover and activate the skill entries within the configured skills directory.

Can I run a non-destructive smoke test to check Cortex Studio wiring without side effects?▼

Yes, you can run an intentionally read-only and non-destructive smoke test to check Cortex Studio wiring. This safe validation method confirms skill activation and discovery without altering your local development environment or configuration files.

Why is my Cortex agent not discovering skills in the apps/cortex/.agents/skills directory?▼

If skill discovery fails, ensure each skill root contains a valid SKILL.md file with the required name and description frontmatter. The agent runtime needs these entries to properly resolve withSkills paths during local Cortex Lab debugging.

Does a Cortex skill smoke test work for CI checks and local development validation?▼

A Cortex skill smoke test works effectively for both local development and CI checks. It provides a minimal validation layer that confirms skill discovery and activation without side effects, making it suitable for automated integration workflows.