dash

Search and load programming documentation from installed Dash docsets.

Updated Mar 20, 2026

Search Tags:#documentation #offline #api-reference #lookup #dash #docsets

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npx skills add https://github.com/dljsjr/sandpiper-ai --skill dash

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Skill: dash
Source: https://github.com/dljsjr/sandpiper-ai/tree/main/skills/sandpiper/dash
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/dljsjr/sandpiper-ai --skill dash

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

Dash lookups enable fast, local access to programming documentation via the Dash docsets, reducing context switching and speeding up reference checks.

Core Features & Use Cases

Discover installed docsets and search within them to locate API references, function signatures, and language/framework docs.
Load a full documentation page for quick reference during coding sessions and code reviews.
Use cases include confirming API parameters, checking method signatures, and verifying examples offline when network access is limited.

Quick Start

Start by listing installed docsets, searching for needed docs, and loading the documentation page.

Frequently Asked Questions about dash

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

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How do I look up API references and function signatures offline?▼

List installed Dash docsets to discover available languages and frameworks, then search within a specific docset to locate the needed API reference and load the full documentation page.

Can I check programming documentation without network access?▼

Viewing offline API references requires Dash.app installed and local docsets configured. These prerequisites enable the environment to list, search, and load programming documentation workflows.

How do I list installed docsets and search for language framework docs?▼

Dash offline lookup distinguishes itself from online searches by providing fast, local access to programming documentation, reducing context switching and speeding up reference checks significantly.

Do I need Dash.app installed to search local docsets?▼

Yes, you need Dash.app installed and local docsets configured to enable list, search, and load workflows. This setup is required to access the offline programming documentation.

What is the best way to verify method signatures during code reviews?▼

The best way to verify method signatures during code reviews is using local Dash docsets. It provides fast, offline access to programming documentation, reducing context switching when confirming API parameters.

Are there limitations when using offline docsets for API lookups?▼

Offline API lookups are limited to the languages and frameworks installed in your local Dash docsets. If a specific docset is not configured, the documentation cannot be searched or loaded.