devops-runbooks

Create operational runbooks for incident response, maintenance, and disaster recovery.

4|Updated Dec 23, 2025
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/89jobrien/steve --skill devops-runbooks
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Skill: devops-runbooks
Source: https://github.com/89jobrien/steve/tree/main/steve/skills/devops-runbooks
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/89jobrien/steve --skill devops-runbooks

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

Provides structured runbooks for on-call, incidents, and maintenance tasks.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Runbook Templates: Standardized runbooks for incidents and operations.
  • Escalation & Rollback: Clear escalation paths and rollback steps.
  • Troubleshooting Guides: Step-by-step resolution steps.

Quick Start

Initialize runbooks from the RUNBOOK.template.md in references.

Frequently Asked Questions about devops-runbooks

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

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How do I create operational runbooks for incident response?

Operational runbooks provide step-by-step procedures for incident response, including troubleshooting steps, escalation paths, and rollback instructions. Start with the RUNBOOK.template.md in references to standardize your format across incidents and maintenance tasks.

What should be included in an on-call runbook?

On-call runbooks should include copy-pasteable commands, functional and technical requirements, clear escalation procedures, rollback steps, and troubleshooting guides. Standardized templates ensure consistency and reduce response time during incidents.

Can I use runbooks for disaster recovery planning?

Yes, runbooks apply directly to disaster recovery procedures. They provide structured, repeatable processes for system recovery, including step-by-step restoration procedures and rollback contingencies needed when failures occur.

How do runbooks help with knowledge transfer?

Runbooks document incident procedures and maintenance steps in standardized templates, enabling team members to follow established processes consistently. This preserves institutional knowledge and reduces onboarding time for on-call engineers.

What's the difference between runbooks and playbooks for incident handling?

Runbooks are operational procedures with specific commands and step-by-step actions for defined incidents. Playbooks describe broader incident response strategies; runbooks provide the executable details that implement those strategies.