cron

Manage scheduled cron jobs in a crons.json file.

3|Updated Dec 24, 2025

Search Tags:#automation #task management #configuration #json #cron #scheduler

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npx skills add https://github.com/hairyf/damn-reports --skill cron-hairyf

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Skill: cron
Source: https://github.com/hairyf/damn-reports/tree/main/tauri/workspace/skills/cron
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/hairyf/damn-reports --skill cron-hairyf

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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What problem does it solve?

This Skill provides a structured way to manage scheduled tasks defined in crons.json, allowing for easy listing, addition, querying, updating, and deletion of these tasks.

Core Features & Use Cases

Task Management: Perform CRUD operations on cron jobs.
Configuration: Directly interact with the crons.json file.
Use Case: Add a new daily report generation task to your crons.json file, specifying its schedule and payload.

Quick Start

Add a new cron job to crons.json that runs every workday at 6 PM and generates a report.

Frequently Asked Questions about cron

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

FAQPage Schema

How do I manage scheduled tasks defined in a crons.json file?▼

To manage scheduled tasks in a crons.json file, you can perform CRUD operations to list, add, query, update, and delete cron jobs by interacting directly with the file's defined schema.

Can I add a new cron job to my automation configuration without editing the file manually?▼

Yes, you can add new cron jobs to your automation configuration by writing new task entries into the crons.json file, specifying the desired schedule and payload types.

What is the best way to update an existing scheduled task in crons.json?▼

The best way to update an existing scheduled task in crons.json is by using file edit tools to modify the specific task configuration, adjusting its schedule or payload as needed.

How does the schema for scheduled cron jobs structure task configurations?▼

The schema for scheduled cron jobs structures task configurations in crons.json by defining various schedule formats and payload types required for the automated task execution.

What do I need to configure before deleting a scheduled task from crons.json?▼

Before deleting a scheduled task from crons.json, you need to ensure the task is correctly identified within the file so the removal operation cleanly executes without affecting other configurations.

Are there limitations to automating task management directly through a JSON file?▼

Automating task management through a JSON file limits you to the defined schema's supported schedule and payload types, requiring precise read and write operations to avoid corrupting the configuration.