openai-docs-skill

Search, list, fetch, and inspect OpenAI documentation via CLI.

3|Updated Mar 22, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/0xharryriddle/codex-field-kit --skill openai-docs-skill-0xharryriddle
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
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Skill: openai-docs-skill
Source: https://github.com/0xharryriddle/codex-field-kit/tree/main/archive/upstream/examples/codex-skills/skills/openai-docs-skill
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/0xharryriddle/codex-field-kit --skill openai-docs-skill-0xharryriddle

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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

What problem does it solve?

OpenAI developers and engineers often need up-to-date, official guidance for API usage, endpoints, and migrations. This skill provides a CLI-based gateway to the OpenAI Docs MCP server to discover and fetch authoritative docs, avoiding memory guesses and outdated sources.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • CLI-based search, list, fetch, and endpoint lookup against the OpenAI Docs MCP server.
  • Retrieve exact doc text or sections and surface the source URL for accountability.
  • Use case: when integrating OpenAI APIs, SDKs, or Codex in a project and you need precise guidance with current parameters and limits.

Quick Start

Use the OpenAI Docs MCP CLI to search for a topic and fetch the most relevant official docs page.

Frequently Asked Questions about openai-docs-skill

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I fetch official OpenAI API documentation directly from the CLI?

You can fetch OpenAI API documentation directly from the CLI by running the wrapper script with the fetch subcommand, which queries the OpenAI Docs MCP server to retrieve exact doc text and source URLs.

What's the best way to search for current OpenAI endpoint schemas during development?

The best way to search current OpenAI endpoint schemas is using the search and endpoints subcommands of the CLI wrapper, which queries the MCP server for authoritative, up-to-date parameters and limits.

Do I need curl and jq installed to use the OpenAI docs CLI wrapper?

Yes, you need curl and jq installed because the CLI wrapper script depends on them to locate and retrieve official OpenAI documentation pages from the MCP server.

Can I list all available OpenAI Codex and SDK guides through the MCP server?

Yes, you can list all available OpenAI Codex and SDK guides by using the list subcommand, which queries the MCP server to surface relevant documentation pages across multiple workflows.

How does retrieving OpenAI docs via the MCP server compare to using a web browser?

Retrieving OpenAI docs via the MCP server avoids memory guesses and outdated sources by providing exact doc text and source URLs directly in the CLI, ensuring accountability and current guidance.

When should I not use the CLI wrapper for OpenAI documentation lookups?

You should not use the CLI wrapper if your environment lacks curl and jq dependencies, or if you need to browse OpenAI documentation outside of API, SDK, Codex, and MCP workflows.