gws-calendar-insert

Create Google Calendar events from the CLI with summary, start, and end times.

Updated May 25, 2025

Search Tags:#automation #workflow #cli #calendar #google-calendar #gws #event-creation

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npx skills add https://github.com/temple-slope/dotfiles --skill gws-calendar-insert-temple-slope

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Skill: gws-calendar-insert
Source: https://github.com/temple-slope/dotfiles/tree/main/.agents/skills/gws-calendar-insert
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/temple-slope/dotfiles --skill gws-calendar-insert-temple-slope

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Scheduling Google Calendar events from the command line to streamline workflows and reduce manual data entry.

Core Features & Use Cases

Create events with required fields: summary, start, and end times, plus optional location, description, and attendees.
Support specifying calendar ID (default primary) to manage multiple calendars.
Ideal for automation pipelines, team standups, and scheduled project timelines.

Quick Start

Create a new Google Calendar event from the CLI using gws calendar +insert with your summary, start time, and end time.

Frequently Asked Questions about gws-calendar-insert

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

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How do I create a Google Calendar event from the command line?▼

You can create a Google Calendar event from the command line by passing the required summary, start time, and end time, along with optional location, description, and attendees, directly through the CLI for automation workflows.

Can I use the CLI to schedule Google Calendar events for automation pipelines?▼

Yes, scheduling Google Calendar events via the CLI is ideal for automation pipelines, team standups, and scheduled project timelines, reducing manual data entry by passing parameters directly from your workflow.

Do I need a specific calendar ID to insert Google Calendar events from the CLI?▼

You do not need a specific calendar ID to insert Google Calendar events from the CLI unless you want to manage multiple calendars; the skill defaults to your primary calendar if no ID is specified.

What fields are required to schedule a Google Calendar event from the CLI?▼

The required fields to schedule a Google Calendar event from the CLI are summary, start time, and end time, while location, description, and attendees are optional fields you can include.

How does the CLI handle Google Calendar authentication for event creation?▼

Google Calendar event creation from the CLI relies on the shared gws authentication layer and flags defined in gws-shared to provide secure access to your account during the workflow.