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jsexec

Execute Synchronet JavaScript code against a live BBS install for testing and debugging.

107|19|Updated Sep 4, 2020
Search Tags:#javascript#crash debugging#script testing#jsexec#synchronet#bbs#live install
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/SynchronetBBS/sbbs --skill jsexec
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: jsexec
Source: https://github.com/SynchronetBBS/sbbs/tree/main/.claude/skills/jsexec
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/SynchronetBBS/sbbs --skill jsexec

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Testing and debugging Synchronet JavaScript code against a live BBS install is time-consuming and error-prone when run ad-hoc without the proper dedicated runner, leading to wasted effort on invalid code or missed runtime issues.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Inline JS Execution: Run one-off JavaScript expressions directly from the command line to probe objects, check values, or test small code snippets without writing a full script file.
  • Script Validation: Execute custom or stock Synchronet exec scripts against a live install to confirm they work correctly with real message bases, user data, and system configuration before deployment.
  • Crash Debugging: Use step-tagged tracing and output capture to isolate the exact call causing script crashes, speeding up root-cause analysis for faulty JavaScript or underlying runtime issues.
  • Use Case: A developer modifying a message base access script can use this skill to quickly test the new code against a test install, confirm it respects user permissions, and catch crashes before pushing changes to production.

Quick Start

Use the jsexec skill to run a quick test of your new Synchronet user lookup script against your live BBS install to verify it correctly retrieves the alias for user ID 1.

Frequently Asked Questions about jsexec

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I test Synchronet JavaScript scripts against a live BBS install?▼

You can test Synchronet JavaScript scripts against a live BBS install by executing custom or stock exec directory scripts to validate behavior with real message bases, user data, and system configurations before deployment.

Can I run inline JavaScript expressions in Synchronet without writing a full script file?▼

Yes, you can run inline JavaScript expressions directly from the command line in Synchronet to probe objects, check values, or test small code snippets without creating a dedicated script file.

How do I debug Synchronet JavaScript crashes against a real runtime environment?▼

Debug Synchronet JavaScript crashes by using step-tagged tracing and output capture to isolate the exact call causing the fault, accelerating root-cause analysis for faulty scripts against the live runtime.

Does jsexec work with non-default Synchronet install configurations?▼

Yes, jsexec targets non-default Synchronet install configurations, allowing you to execute JavaScript code and capture stdout or stderr output without requiring an active BBS session.

What is the best way to validate a modified Synchronet message base access script before production?▼

The best way to validate a modified Synchronet message base script is to run it against a test install using jsexec, confirming it respects user permissions and catches crashes prior to pushing changes to production.

Why does my Synchronet JavaScript code fail when run outside an active BBS session?▼

Synchronet JavaScript code often fails outside an active BBS session because it requires full runtime objects; using a dedicated execution skill provides the necessary runtime context and captures errors for validation.

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