heartbeat-manager

Configure scheduled heartbeat checks for autonomous agent operations.

Updated Feb 8, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/dundas/uhr --skill heartbeat-manager
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Skill: heartbeat-manager
Source: https://github.com/dundas/uhr/tree/main/.claude/skills/heartbeat-manager
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/dundas/uhr --skill heartbeat-manager

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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What problem does it solve?

This Skill enables proactive agent behavior by automating regular checks and routine tasks without requiring constant user prompting, ensuring systems are monitored and actions are taken autonomously.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Scheduled Heartbeat Checks: Configure periodic checks for communications, monitoring, and proactive tasks.
  • Autonomous Action: Define rules for the agent to act on routine tasks or notify only when necessary.
  • Use Case: Set up a daily heartbeat to check for urgent emails, monitor background job statuses, and remind you of approaching deadlines, ensuring nothing critical is missed.

Quick Start

Use the heartbeat-manager skill to configure a new heartbeat with a 30-minute interval and active hours from 9 AM to 5 PM.

Frequently Asked Questions about heartbeat-manager

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

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How do I set up proactive heartbeat checks for autonomous agent monitoring?

Proactive heartbeat checks are configured by defining schedules for communications, monitoring, and tasks with configurable notification rules, enabling autonomous agent operation without constant user prompting.

What is autonomous agent scheduling and when do I need it for routine tasks?

Autonomous agent scheduling automates routine checks and proactive tasks on a defined interval, needed when you want systems monitored and actions taken without manual prompting.

How do I configure a daily heartbeat to check urgent emails and background job statuses?

You configure a daily heartbeat by setting a specific interval and active hours, defining rules for the agent to check communications, monitor jobs, and execute or log actions autonomously.

Can I define notification rules so the agent only alerts me when necessary during active hours?

Yes, heartbeat checks support configurable notification rules that define when the agent acts on routine tasks autonomously and notifies you only when necessary within specified active hours.

Does heartbeat monitoring work with memory and task management for logging autonomous actions?

Heartbeat monitoring integrates with memory and task management systems, allowing autonomous actions executed during scheduled checks to be logged and managed within your existing workflow.

What are the limitations of using scheduled heartbeats for proactive agent behavior?

Scheduled heartbeats rely on predefined intervals and active hours, meaning autonomous checks only occur within configured schedules and do not handle unscheduled or real-time event-driven triggers.