heartbeat-generator

Translate user rhythms into HEARTBEAT.md checklists and cron schedules.

4|1|Updated Apr 11, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/m2ai-portfolio/m2ai-skills-pack --skill heartbeat-generator
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
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Skill: heartbeat-generator
Source: https://github.com/m2ai-portfolio/m2ai-skills-pack/tree/main/skills/heartbeat-generator
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/m2ai-portfolio/m2ai-skills-pack --skill heartbeat-generator

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Converts user-described operating rhythms into actionable HEARTBEAT.md checklists and cron-based schedules to automate recurring agent tasks, reducing manual schedule translation.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Rhythm extraction: derive daily, weekly, and monthly patterns from structured rhythms, CLAUDE.md, or natural language.
  • Heartbeat & cron generation: produce a human-readable HEARTBEAT.md and machine-executable cron entries.
  • Phase-driven workflow: handles rhythm extraction, schedule design, validation, and artifact generation for agent platforms.

Quick Start

Instruct the skill with a rhythm description like "Every weekday at 09:00, schedule morning checks," to generate HEARTBEAT.md and cron entries.

Frequently Asked Questions about heartbeat-generator

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

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How do I convert natural language rhythms into cron schedules for agent automation?

This Skill extracts daily, weekly, and monthly rhythm patterns from natural language or structured data and translates them into machine-executable cron entries alongside a human-readable HEARTBEAT.md checklist for agent task automation.

What is a HEARTBEAT.md checklist and when do I need it for recurring tasks?

A HEARTBEAT.md checklist is a human-readable schedule artifact generated from your operating rhythms. You need it when configuring recurring agent tasks to bridge natural language scheduling patterns with executable cron automation.

Can I generate cron schedules from CLAUDE.md or structured rhythm data?

Yes, you can generate cron schedules from CLAUDE.md or structured rhythm data. The Skill handles rhythm extraction from these formats and maps them into validated, machine-executable cron entries for agent platforms.

How do I handle timezone conflicts and validation when creating cron schedules?

To handle timezone conflicts and validation, the Skill applies timezone handling and conflict detection during its phase-driven workflow, ensuring generated cron schedules are validated before producing the final HEARTBEAT.md artifacts.

Do I need any dependencies to generate HEARTBEAT schedules from operating rhythms?

No, you do not need any dependencies to generate HEARTBEAT schedules. The Skill operates independently to extract rhythms, design schedules, validate conflicts, and output HEARTBEAT.md and cron entries.