handle-events

Notify users about events from unknown sources and add them to an ignore list.

1|Updated Mar 13, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/imbue-ai/simple_mind --skill handle-events
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
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Skill: handle-events
Source: https://github.com/imbue-ai/simple_mind/tree/main/thinking/skills/handle-events
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/imbue-ai/simple_mind --skill handle-events

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill provides a standardized way to handle incoming events from sources that your agent doesn't have specific instructions for, preventing unexpected behavior and informing the user.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Event Handling: Catches and processes events from unconfigured sources.
  • Source Ignoring: Maintains a list of sources to ignore, preventing repetitive notifications.
  • User Notification: Informs the user about unknown event sources and prompts for handling instructions.
  • Use Case: If your agent receives a message from a new chat application it hasn't been set up to understand, this skill will notify you, ask how to handle it, and then ignore future messages from that source until you provide new instructions.

Quick Start

Notify the user about an event from an unknown source and add the source to the ignore list.

Frequently Asked Questions about handle-events

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I handle incoming events from unknown sources in my agent?

Handling incoming events from unknown sources requires a mechanism to notify the user, prompt for handling instructions, and add the source to a persistent ignore list to prevent repetitive notifications.

What is the best way to stop my agent from processing messages on unconfigured communication channels?

The best way to stop processing messages on unconfigured communication channels is to catch the events, inform the user about the unknown source, and write the source to an ignored_sources.txt file for persistent management.

How does an agent ignore future messages from a new chat application?

An agent ignores future messages from a new chat application by adding the unexpected source to an ignore list, ensuring the data is skipped until the user provides new handling instructions.

Do I need a specific file to manage ignored event sources?

Yes, managing ignored event sources requires a mechanism to read and write to a 'ignored_sources.txt' file, which maintains the persistent list of sources to block from future processing.

Why does my agent notify me about unexpected communication channels?

Your agent notifies you about unexpected communication channels to inform you that it received data from an unconfigured source, prompting you to provide specific instructions on how to handle it.

Can I use this approach to manage agent behavior for any new event source?

Yes, you can use this approach to manage agent behavior for any new event source, as it standardizes the handling of unconfigured data by asking for user instructions before ignoring the source.