knup

Deploy all Cinc changes via git detection, version bumps, and knife uploads.

1|Updated Mar 3, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/timcase/agent-skills --skill knup
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Skill: knup
Source: https://github.com/timcase/agent-skills/tree/main/knup
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/timcase/agent-skills --skill knup

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

knup is the single command to deploy all changes to the Cinc repo. No arguments, no flags. It automates detection of git-modified files, bumps cookbook versions, uploads changed artifacts to the Cinc server via knife, and commits and pushes the repo.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Detects changes using git ls-files -mo and targets cookbooks, nodes, roles, and data bags.
  • Bumps cookbook versions (patch) before uploading to the Cinc server, ensuring traceability.
  • Uploads cookbooks, creates/updates nodes and roles from JSON definitions, and uploads data bags securely.
  • Commits all changes and pushes them to the repository, with automatic messaging.
  • Notifies the user on completion with a desktop alert and audible cue.

Quick Start

Run knup from the cinc repo to deploy all changes to the Cinc server and push them to git.

Frequently Asked Questions about knup

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

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How do I automate deploying Cinc cookbook changes to the server?

You can automate Cinc cookbook deployment by running a single command that detects git-modified files, bumps patch versions, uploads cookbooks via knife, and commits changes to git.

What is the best way to upload Cinc nodes, roles, and data bags from JSON definitions?

The best way to upload Cinc nodes, roles, and data bags is using an automated deployment workflow that detects modified JSON files and creates or updates them on the Cinc server via knife.

Do I need git and knife installed to deploy changes to a Cinc server?

Yes, you need both git and knife installed and configured, along with access to the Cinc server, to perform the version bumps, uploads, and git operations required for deployment.

How does version bumping work when uploading Cinc cookbooks?

Version bumping works by automatically incrementing the patch version of modified cookbooks before uploading them to the Cinc server, ensuring traceability before the changes are committed and pushed.

Can I deploy all Cinf infrastructure changes without specifying arguments or flags?

Yes, you can deploy all Cinc infrastructure changes without arguments or flags by running the deployment command directly from the cinc repository, which handles detection, upload, and git push automatically.