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file_operations

Read, write, and list files in scoped workspace subdirectories.

5|Updated May 6, 2026
Search Tags:#configuration#workspace#list files#artifact generation#file read#file write
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/binary16labs/prime-silo --skill file-operations-binary16labs
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: file_operations
Source: https://github.com/binary16labs/prime-silo/tree/main/runtime/skills/file_operations
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/binary16labs/prime-silo --skill file-operations-binary16labs

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill eliminates guesswork and manual browsing when you need to quickly read existing workspace files, write new outputs, or verify what files are present.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Workspace-scoped reads: Read configuration, documents, or inputs from scoped workspace subdirectories like data_in with optional encoding fallback.
  • Workspace-scoped writes: Generate or modify artifacts in scoped output subdirectories like data_out, automatically creating missing directories.
  • Fast inventorying: List files and sizes in a workspace subdirectory so you can confirm what was generated or provided.

Quick Start

Ask the assistant to read the file named "settings.json" from the "data_in" subdirectory of your "default" workspace.

Frequently Asked Questions about file_operations

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I read configuration files from a specific workspace subdirectory?▼

Workspace-scoped reads let you read configuration files by specifying the workspace and subdir parameters, applying optional encoding fallback to inspect inputs or documents safely.

Can I list files and sizes in a workspace subdirectory to check generated artifacts?▼

Yes, you can list files and sizes in a workspace subdirectory to perform fast inventorying and confirm what artifacts were generated or provided in that location.

How do I write new artifacts to a scoped output directory without manually creating folders?▼

Workspace-scoped writes generate or modify artifacts in specified output subdirectories like data_out, automatically creating any missing directories during deterministic file creation.

Does this file inspection approach require specific dependencies or environments?▼

No external dependencies are required, as the file inspection and update mechanism operates entirely through the provided tool interface using scoped workspace targeting parameters.

What is the best way to safely update workspace files during codebase inspection workflows?▼

The best way to update workspace files safely is using deterministic file creation and retrieval with enforced scoped workspace targeting via workspace and subdir parameters.

Why should I use scoped workspace targeting instead of direct file paths for reading and writing?▼

Scoped workspace targeting enforces safe boundaries by restricting file read, write, and listing operations to specific subdirectories, eliminating guesswork and preventing accidental modifications outside the workspace.

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