file-tools

Name: file-tools
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Author: trpc-group

List, create, and archive files using shell utilities.

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Search Tags:#automation #workflow #bash #shell #archive #scripts #file-management

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npx skills add https://github.com/trpc-group/trpc-agent-go --skill file-tools

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Skill: file-tools
Source: https://github.com/trpc-group/trpc-agent-go/tree/main/examples/skillrun/skills/file_tools
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/trpc-group/trpc-agent-go --skill file-tools

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

Simple shell utilities to streamline file handling and archiving tasks, reducing repetitive manual steps.

Core Features & Use Cases

File operations: List, create, and archive files with minimal commands.
Automation-friendly: Integrate into scripts and workflows for repeatable results.
Use Case: For example, prepare a project directory by listing contents and packaging outputs into a tar.gz archive.

Quick Start

Use the skill to perform basic file management tasks in your workspace: list files with ls -la, create a sample file using the included script, and generate an archive of the outputs with tar -czf out/archive.tgz -C out .

Frequently Asked Questions about file-tools

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

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How do I automate file management tasks using shell scripts?▼

Automating file management tasks using shell scripts is handled by executing lightweight shell utilities for listing, creating, and packaging files. It supports direct command execution within tasks and script-driven workflows for deterministic output formatting.

What is the best way to package project directories into a tar.gz archive?▼

Packaging project directories into a tar.gz archive is best achieved by running shell commands like tar -czf to compress outputs. This skill automates the archiving process, reducing repetitive manual steps in local workspaces.

Can I integrate bash file operations into an automated workflow?▼

Integrating bash file operations into an automated workflow is fully supported through script-driven execution. You can sequence file listing, creation, and archiving commands to produce repeatable results across project directories.

Do I need any external dependencies to list and archive files with shell commands?▼

Listing and archiving files with shell commands requires no external dependencies. The skill relies solely on lightweight, built-in shell utilities to perform basic file operations within your local environment.

Are there limitations to using lightweight shell utilities for file management?▼

Limitations of using lightweight shell utilities for file management include a basic implementation depth restricted to local workspaces. It handles simple listing, creation, and archiving tasks rather than complex file processing logic.