mac-agent-terminal-timeout

Configure explicit timeouts to prevent terminal timeout errors in MAC fleet agent operations.

9|3|Updated May 18, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/jordanhubbard/mac --skill mac-agent-terminal-timeout
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Skill: mac-agent-terminal-timeout
Source: https://github.com/jordanhubbard/mac/tree/main/skills/mac-agent-terminal-timeout
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/jordanhubbard/mac --skill mac-agent-terminal-timeout

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

Prevents tasks from failing with a terminal:timeout error by providing explicit timeout settings for long-running operations.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Explicit Timeout Settings: Offers guidelines for setting appropriate timeouts for various operations.
  • Recovery from Timeouts: Provides instructions to re-run tasks with explicit timeouts or decompose tasks.
  • Documentation and Diagnostics: Offers a diagnostic checklist for troubleshooting terminal:timeout errors.

Quick Start

Use the mac-agent-terminal-timeout skill to set a 600-second timeout for running the contract test suite.

Frequently Asked Questions about mac-agent-terminal-timeout

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

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How do I prevent terminal timeout errors in Mac fleet agent operations?

To prevent terminal timeout errors in Mac fleet agent operations, apply explicit timeout settings to `terminal()` calls, such as configuring a 600-second limit for long-running tasks like test suites.

Why does my long-running script fail with a terminal timeout in Mac agent operations?

Long-running scripts fail with a terminal timeout in Mac agent operations when default execution limits are exceeded, requiring you to explicitly increase timeout settings or decompose the task into shorter steps.

How do I set explicit timeouts for long-running commands in Mac fleet operations?

Set explicit timeouts for long-running commands in Mac fleet operations by adjusting `terminal()` calls with specific duration parameters, such as applying a 600-second timeout for contract test suite execution.

Can I recover a Mac fleet agent task after it hits a terminal timeout?

You can recover a Mac fleet agent task after a terminal timeout by re-running the task with an explicit timeout setting or decomposing the long-running operation into smaller, manageable sub-tasks.

What is the best way to troubleshoot terminal timeout errors in Mac agent operations?

The best way to troubleshoot terminal timeout errors in Mac agent operations is to use a diagnostic checklist that reviews explicit timeout configurations in `terminal()` calls and evaluates task design for long-running scripts.