electron-env-safety

Pass environment variables securely from Electron main to child processes.

4|1|Updated Feb 17, 2026
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npx skills add https://github.com/OpenWaggle/OpenWaggle --skill electron-env-safety
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Skill: electron-env-safety
Source: https://github.com/OpenWaggle/OpenWaggle/tree/main/.agents/skills/electron-env-safety
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/OpenWaggle/OpenWaggle --skill electron-env-safety

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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What problem does it solve?

This Skill provides safe, type-safe patterns for passing environment variables from the main process to child processes in Electron applications, preventing security leaks and type errors.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Environment Management: Guides best practices for passing environment variables securely and reliably.
  • Code Review & Safety: Assists in reviewing code that interacts with process environment configurations.
  • Use Case: Consider an Electron app spawning a child process for a server; use this Skill to ensure environment variables are passed securely without exposing sensitive data or causing type errors.

Quick Start

Use the patterns in this Skill to safely pass environment variables when spawning child processes in your Electron application's main process.

Frequently Asked Questions about electron-env-safety

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

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How do I securely pass environment variables to child processes in Electron?

Secure environment variable passing in Electron requires type-safe patterns that filter sensitive data before spawning child processes. This Skill provides best practices to prevent security leaks and type errors during environment management across different spawning scenarios.

Why does my Electron app leak sensitive environment variables when spawning a child process?

Environment variable leaks in Electron child processes occur when the parent environment is passed without filtering. This Skill addresses common security vulnerabilities by providing safe, type-safe patterns for managing child process environments and preventing sensitive data exposure.

What is the best way to manage environment variables in an Electron main process using TypeScript?

Type-safe environment variable management in Electron main processes involves structured passing patterns that prevent type errors. This Skill guides developers in implementing secure practices for configuring child process environments without exposing sensitive data.

Can I use this Skill to review existing Electron code for environment variable security issues?

Yes, this Skill assists in reviewing code that interacts with process environment configurations in Electron. It helps identify security leaks and type errors in existing child process spawning implementations to ensure safe environment management.

Do I need additional dependencies to securely manage environment variables in my Node.js Electron app?

No additional dependencies are required to implement secure environment variable passing in Electron. This Skill provides type-safe patterns and best practices directly applicable to your Node.js child process management workflow without external libraries.

How does this Skill handle different scenarios for passing environment variables in Electron?

This Skill manages child process environments across different scenarios by providing secure, type-safe practices tailored to various Electron use cases. It supports developers in implementing correct environment variable passing while addressing both security and type safety.