notify-user

Name: notify-user
Availability: InStock
Author: mattvolta

Send a Pushover notification when Claude requires user input.

4|1|Updated Mar 14, 2026

Search Tags:#workflow #cli #claude-code #blocker #user-input #pushover #notify

Ready to run

npx skills add https://github.com/MattVOLTA/outworkos_diy --skill notify-user-mattvolta

💬 Prompt for ChatGPT / Claude Chat▼

Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: notify-user
Source: https://github.com/MattVOLTA/outworkos_diy/tree/main/skills/notify-user
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/MattVOLTA/outworkos_diy --skill notify-user-mattvolta

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill requires curl, and includes scripts (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

Sends a Pushover push notification to Matt when Claude is blocked and needs user input to continue working. Use PROACTIVELY when stuck on a decision, missing information, or needing approval during an active task. Do NOT use for routine questions at the end of a task.

Core Features & Use Cases

Proactive alerts: Notify the right person when Claude encounters a blocker.
Decision support: Trigger only during active tasks that require input or approval.
Guardrails: Avoid noise by reserving notifications for blockers and critical decisions.

Quick Start

Run the script to send a Pushover notification when Claude is blocked and needs human input.

Frequently Asked Questions about notify-user

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

FAQPage Schema

How do I send a push notification when Claude Code stalls and needs user input?▼

You can send a Pushover push notification when Claude Code stalls by running this Skill's Bash script, which fetches credentials from Vault and calls the Pushover API to deliver an alert when a blocker requires user input.

When should I use a Pushover alert for Claude Code workflow blockers?▼

Use a Pushover alert for Claude Code workflow blockers proactively during active multi-step tasks when a decision, credential, or approval is required. Do not use it for routine end-of-task summaries or standard questions to avoid notification noise.

Do I need curl installed to send Pushover notifications from a CLI workflow?▼

Yes, you need curl installed to use this Skill, as the Bash script relies on curl to call the Pushover API and fetch credentials from Vault for safe, authenticated push notifications during your CLI workflow.

How does the Bash script authenticate Pushover API calls using Vault?▼

The Bash script authenticates Pushover API calls by fetching credentials directly from Vault before executing the curl request. This ensures safe, authenticated notifications are delivered when Claude is blocked and needs human input.

Can I use this notification script for routine end-of-task summaries?▼

No, you should not use this notification script for routine end-of-task summaries or standard questions. It includes guardrails to avoid noise by reserving Pushover alerts exclusively for active blockers and critical decisions.