harness-starter-generic

Generate a single artifact file from a provided label.

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One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/octos-org/octos --skill harness-starter-generic
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Skill: harness-starter-generic
Source: https://github.com/octos-org/octos/tree/main/crates/app-skills/harness-starter-generic
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/octos-org/octos --skill harness-starter-generic

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Minimal harness starter that provides a reproducible, end-to-end template for generating a single artifact, enabling quick validation of workspace policy and artifact delivery.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Declares a single primary artifact and a deterministic tool to produce one deliverable.
  • Demonstrates how to integrate workspace policy, plugin manifest, and artifact glob patterns.
  • Serves as a starting point for building more complex harnessed apps with defined deliverables.

Quick Start

Run the harness starter with a label to generate a single artifact file at output/artifact-<slug>.txt.

Frequently Asked Questions about harness-starter-generic

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I generate a single deterministic artifact for testing workspace policy resolution?

To generate a single deterministic artifact for testing workspace policy, use a minimal harness starter that slugifies a provided label and outputs a verifiable deliverable file. It enforces a primary artifact glob to validate end-to-end delivery paths.

What is a harness starter used for in prototyping and automation workflows?

A harness starter is a reproducible template used in prototyping and automation workflows to validate workspace policy and artifact delivery. It declares a single primary artifact and demonstrates plugin manifest integration for building complex harnessed apps.

How do I create a slugified artifact file from a text label?

You create a slugified artifact file by running the harness starter with a text label. It deterministically transforms the label into a slug and generates the deliverable at output/artifact-<slug>.txt, providing a straightforward verifiable delivery path.

Can I use this minimal harness starter to validate plugin manifest and artifact glob patterns?

Yes, you can use this minimal harness starter to validate plugin manifest and artifact glob patterns. It demonstrates how to integrate workspace policy with glob patterns to ensure reproducible end-to-end artifact delivery within the workspace.

Does the harness starter support generating multiple deliverables in a single run?

No, the harness starter does not support generating multiple deliverables in a single run. It is a minimal template designed to produce a single deterministic artifact, serving as a starting point for building more complex harnessed apps.