cron-skill

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

Updated Mar 25, 2026
One-click install
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.

FAQPage Schema
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.