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github-proxy

Converts GitHub URLs to proxied URLs for faster access in China.

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Search Tags:#github#download#proxy#china#git clone#acceleration
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/volcengine/OpenViking --skill github-proxy-volcengine
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: github-proxy
Source: https://github.com/volcengine/OpenViking/tree/main/bot/workspace/skills/github-proxy
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/volcengine/OpenViking --skill github-proxy-volcengine

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill requires re, sys, and includes scripts (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill addresses the slow access speeds commonly experienced when trying to access GitHub resources from within China, significantly speeding up operations like cloning repositories and downloading files.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Accelerated Git Cloning: Speeds up git clone operations for GitHub repositories.
  • Fast File Downloads: Accelerates downloads of Raw files, Release assets, and archive packages from GitHub.
  • Gist Access: Improves access speed for GitHub Gists.
  • Use Case: When you need to clone a large GitHub repository for a project, using this Skill's proxy will drastically reduce the download time compared to a direct connection.

Quick Start

Use the github-proxy skill to clone the repository located at https://github.com/username/repo.git.

Frequently Asked Questions about github-proxy

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I accelerate git clone for GitHub repositories in China?▼

To accelerate git clone in China, you can use a proxy service to convert standard GitHub URLs into proxied URLs. This routes repository cloning requests through a proxy server, ensuring faster and more reliable downloads.

Can I speed up downloading GitHub release assets and raw files?▼

Yes, you can speed up downloading GitHub release assets and raw files by using a proxy. The proxy dynamically converts standard GitHub URLs into proxied links, significantly improving download speeds for these resources.

What is the best way to access GitHub Gists when direct access is slow?▼

The best way to access GitHub Gists when direct access is slow is to route the requests through a proxy service. This converts standard Gist URLs into proxied URLs, bypassing slow direct connections for faster retrieval.

Does using a GitHub proxy work for downloading archive packages?▼

Yes, using a GitHub proxy works for downloading archive packages. It specifically targets and accelerates the download of archive packages by proxying the requests through a faster service.

Why does my git clone take so long and how can a proxy help?▼

Your git clone takes long due to slow direct access speeds from within China. A proxy helps by dynamically converting your standard GitHub URLs into proxied URLs, routing traffic through a service for faster access.

Do I need to manually change URLs to use the GitHub proxy acceleration?▼

No, you do not need to manually change URLs. The proxy utilizes Python scripts to dynamically convert your standard GitHub URLs into proxied URLs, automatically handling the acceleration for you.

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