cron-skill

Name: cron-skill
Availability: InStock
Author: Almaz

Manage Codex cron pilot job lifecycles via codex-cron and MCP.

Updated Mar 25, 2026

Search Tags:#automation #cli #mcp #scheduling #cron #codex-cron

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npx skills add https://github.com/almazom/agents_slash_skills --skill cron-skill

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Skill: cron-skill
Source: https://github.com/almazom/agents_slash_skills/tree/main/cron-skill
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/almazom/agents_slash_skills --skill cron-skill

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This skill simplifies the creation, inspection, updating, cancellation, nuking, and debugging of scheduled Codex cron pilot jobs, unifying management through codex-cron and MCP.

Core Features & Use Cases

Create pilot jobs with a schedule and manage lifecycle (create, list, get, update, cancel, nuke).
Fire a job immediately with fire-now and health checks via doctor.
Integrate with MCP server for server-side cron management and with the shared runtime.
Use as a centralized cron management tool for Codex pilots.

Quick Start

Create a pilot job using the codex-cron CLI with a sample schedule and verify it fires through the MCP service.

Frequently Asked Questions about cron-skill

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

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How do I create and manage scheduled cron jobs for Codex pilots?▼

You can create and manage scheduled cron jobs for Codex pilots by using the codex-cron CLI to handle the full lifecycle, including creating, listing, updating, and canceling pilot jobs through a unified interface.

What is the best way to inspect and debug scheduled Codex cron jobs?▼

The best way to inspect and debug scheduled Codex cron jobs is by using the built-in doctor operation for health checks and logging, which ensures reliable scheduling and verifies runtime artifacts within the cron registry.

Can I trigger a scheduled cron job to run immediately instead of waiting for its schedule?▼

Yes, you can trigger a scheduled cron job immediately by using the fire-now operation, which bypasses the standard schedule and executes the Codex pilot job on demand.

Does the codex-cron tool support integration with an MCP server for task scheduling?▼

Yes, codex-cron supports direct integration with an MCP server, enabling server-side cron management and interaction with the shared runtime to handle scheduled tasks.

How do I clean up or completely remove all existing cron pilot jobs at once?▼

You can completely remove all existing cron pilot jobs at once by using the nuke operation, which forcefully clears the scheduled tasks from the cron registry.