experiment-setup

Automate experiment setup and logging with Hydra configuration management.

11|2|Updated May 29, 2025
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/yulonglin/dotfiles --skill experiment-setup
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Skill: experiment-setup
Source: https://github.com/yulonglin/dotfiles/tree/main/claude/local-marketplace/plugins/research-toolkit/skills/experiment-setup
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/yulonglin/dotfiles --skill experiment-setup

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This skill helps researchers rapidly establish a reproducible AI experimentation workflow by configuring Hydra-based pipelines, automatically logging runs, and providing templates that streamline setup and execution.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Hydra configuration management: auto-logs the full configuration and CLI overrides for traceability.
  • Timestamped experiment directories: creates organized, time-stamped outputs for each run.
  • CLI-based config overrides: enables quick experimentation without code changes.
  • Inspect AI integration: ready-to-run scaffolding for automated evaluation and logging.

Quick Start

Follow GUIDE.md to install dependencies, create the directory structure, copy templates, update gitignore, and verify with a test run.

Frequently Asked Questions about experiment-setup

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

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How do I automate Hydra experiment logging and configuration management?

Automate Hydra experiment logging by using this Skill to auto-log full configurations and CLI overrides, creating timestamped run directories for traceable, reproducible AI research workflows.

What is the best way to set up reproducible AI experimentation directories?

Setting up reproducible experimentation requires automated directory creation with timestamped outputs for each run. This Skill scaffolds organized environments and logs Hydra runtime configurations to ensure full traceability.

How do I run quick experiments with Hydra CLI overrides without changing code?

Run quick experiments using Hydra CLI-based config overrides to sweep parameters without modifying source code. This Skill automatically logs these overrides alongside the full configuration for each timestamped run.

Can I integrate Inspect AI templates into an existing Hydra project?

Yes, you can integrate Inspect AI into existing projects. This Skill provides ready-to-run scaffolding for automated evaluation and logging, supporting both new projects and migrating existing code.

Do I need to manually create output directories when using Hydra for experiment setup?

No, manual directory creation is unnecessary. This Skill automates end-to-end experiment setup, generating organized, timestamped output directories for each run to maintain a clean and reproducible workflow.