machine-ops

Diagnose machine health via lifecycle, metrics, events, and backups.

Updated Aug 27, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/nixopus/agent --skill machine-ops
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: machine-ops
Source: https://github.com/nixopus/agent/tree/main/skills/machine-ops
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/nixopus/agent --skill machine-ops

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This skill enables proactive machine health assessment and controlled lifecycle management to keep servers reliable and available.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Lifecycle management: check and control machine state (Running, Paused, Stopped) and perform actions such as restart, pause, or resume with required approvals.
  • Metrics & events: fetch historical metrics (CPU, memory, disk, network), summarize trends, and review lifecycle events for incident analysis.
  • Backups: view current backup schedules, adjust timing, and trigger immediate backups with safeguards.
  • Diagnostic workflow: follow an ordered sequence from connectivity checks to system metrics and logs to identify root causes.

Quick Start

Run the agent and start by checking the machine lifecycle status with get_machine_lifecycle_status, then use the backup and metrics tools as needed.

Frequently Asked Questions about machine-ops

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

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How do I diagnose server health and identify root causes during an incident?

Diagnose server health by running a structured workflow from connectivity checks to system metrics, events, and logs. Fetch historical CPU, memory, disk, and network metrics to summarize trends and review lifecycle events for root cause analysis.

Can I manage machine lifecycle states like paused or stopped remotely?

Yes, you can manage machine lifecycle states remotely by checking the current status and executing controlled actions. Trigger restart, pause, or resume operations on production and development machines through dedicated lifecycle endpoints with required approvals.

How do I trigger an immediate machine backup and check the current schedule?

Trigger an immediate machine backup and check the current schedule by accessing backup controls. View existing backup timing, adjust schedules as needed, and execute on-demand backups with built-in safeguards to protect server data.

What is the best way to perform routine server maintenance and health checks?

The best way to perform routine server maintenance is through an ordered diagnostic sequence. Start by checking the machine lifecycle status, then fetch system metrics and review events to proactively assess machine health and keep servers reliable.

Do I need specific API endpoints to monitor infrastructure and control machines?

Yes, you need access to specific infrastructure APIs to monitor and control machines. The diagnostic process requires lifecycle endpoints for state changes, metrics APIs for fetching events, and backup controls to manage data protection schedules.

Why does machine diagnostics require checking lifecycle status before fetching metrics?

Machine diagnostics require checking lifecycle status first because state determines availability. Verifying whether a machine is running, paused, or stopped ensures metrics APIs and backup controls can be accessed successfully before analyzing historical trends or events.