openhands

Delegate complex software engineering tasks to the OpenHands CLI for autonomous file manipulation and shell command execution.

2|1|Updated Jul 14, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/heysuhas/hermes_cli --skill openhands-heysuhas
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: openhands
Source: https://github.com/heysuhas/hermes_cli/tree/main/optional-skills/autonomous-ai-agents/openhands
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/heysuhas/hermes_cli --skill openhands-heysuhas

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill requires openhands.

What problem does it solve?

This skill solves the challenge of automating multi-step coding tasks and complex software engineering workflows that require a model-agnostic agent capable of executing shell commands and file edits.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Model-Agnostic Delegation: Execute coding tasks using any LiteLLM-supported provider like DeepSeek, Ollama, or OpenRouter.
  • Headless Automation: Perform batch file edits, shell operations, and multi-step development tasks without requiring a graphical user interface.
  • Use Case: Automatically refactor a large codebase or implement a new feature across multiple files by providing a high-level task description to the OpenHands CLI.

Quick Start

Use the openhands skill to delegate a coding task by providing a prompt and the target directory path to the terminal tool.

Frequently Asked Questions about openhands

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

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How do I automate multi-step coding tasks and shell commands without a GUI?

You can automate multi-step coding tasks by delegating them to the OpenHands CLI, which autonomously executes file edits and shell commands headlessly. This allows batch processing of complex software engineering workflows without requiring a graphical user interface.

Can I use a coding agent with local LLM providers like Ollama or DeepSeek?

Yes, autonomous coding tasks can be executed using any LiteLLM-supported provider like Ollama, DeepSeek, or OpenRouter. This model-agnostic integration allows you to route software engineering prompts to your preferred local or remote LLM.

What's the best way to autonomously refactor a large codebase across multiple files?

The best way to refactor a large codebase is by providing a high-level task description and target directory path to the OpenHands CLI. The agent autonomously performs the necessary multi-step file manipulations and shell operations to implement the changes.

Do I need Python 3.12 to run OpenHands for autonomous file manipulation?

Yes, a configured Python 3.12 environment is required to run OpenHands for autonomous file manipulation. You must also have the OpenHands CLI installed and appropriate API credentials configured for your chosen LLM provider.

Does LiteLLM integration work with OpenRouter for headless development automation?

Yes, LiteLLM integration fully supports OpenRouter for headless development automation. This allows the OpenHands CLI to leverage OpenRouter's diverse model offerings when executing autonomous shell commands and file edits.

Why does my automated coding agent fail to execute shell commands locally?

Automated coding agent shell command execution fails if the Python 3.12 environment is misconfigured or the OpenHands CLI is not properly installed. Ensure all required API credentials for your LiteLLM provider are correctly set up.