deck-deploy

Deploy and monitor the protoPen security agent on Steam Deck via SSH.

2|Updated Apr 12, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/protoLabsAI/protoPen --skill deck-deploy
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
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Skill: deck-deploy
Source: https://github.com/protoLabsAI/protoPen/tree/main/.claude/skills/deck-deploy
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/protoLabsAI/protoPen --skill deck-deploy

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This skill eliminates the manual overhead and configuration drift associated with maintaining the protoPen agent on a Steam Deck, providing a standardized, reliable path for updates and health verification.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Automated Deployment: Orchestrates the full lifecycle of the protoPen runtime, including container image pulls, systemd service management, and frontend synchronization.
  • Health Verification: Provides automated diagnostic checks, including JSON-RPC connectivity testing and system state validation.
  • Use Case: When a new version of the protoPen backend is released, use this skill to trigger the remote build, deploy the updated container image to the Steam Deck, and verify that the agent is fully operational.

Quick Start

Ask the assistant to deploy the latest protoPen build to the deck to initiate the full update and verification sequence.

Frequently Asked Questions about deck-deploy

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

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How do I automate remote deployment to a Steam Deck using SSH?

Automate SSH deployment to a Steam Deck by orchestrating container image pulls, systemd service management, and frontend synchronization. This skill manages the full lifecycle and configuration of the protoPen security agent remotely.

How does health monitoring work for containerized agents on a Steam Deck?

Health monitoring for a containerized agent on a Steam Deck works by running automated JSON-RPC connectivity checks and system state diagnostics. This validates the operational integrity of the protoPen runtime after updates.

Can I use Podman and systemd to manage runtime updates on Steam Deck hardware?

Yes, you can use Podman and systemd to manage runtime updates on Steam Deck hardware. The skill facilitates containerized runtime updates and systemd service orchestration to ensure reliable configuration and deployment.

What is the best way to eliminate configuration drift when maintaining a security agent on a Steam Deck?

The best way to eliminate configuration drift when maintaining a security agent on a Steam Deck is using standardized automated deployment. This skill provides a reliable path for updates and automated health verification.

How do I trigger a full update and verification sequence for the protoPen backend?

Trigger a full update and verification sequence for the protoPen backend by asking the assistant to deploy the latest build to the deck. This initiates remote container deployment, frontend synchronization, and operational checks.