openhands

Delegate coding tasks with file edits and shell commands to a LiteLLM-compatible agent via CLI.

1|Updated Jun 25, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/Signmanal/VIGIL --skill openhands-signmanal
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: openhands
Source: https://github.com/Signmanal/VIGIL/tree/main/optional-skills/autonomous-ai-agents/openhands
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/Signmanal/VIGIL --skill openhands-signmanal

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill eliminates the limitation of vendor-locked coding agents by letting you delegate multi-step coding tasks (file edits, shell commands) to OpenHands CLI, which works with any LiteLLM-supported LLM provider including DeepSeek, Ollama, and OpenRouter.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Model-Agnostic Execution: Run coding tasks using any LiteLLM-compatible provider instead of being restricted to Anthropic or OpenAI-only tools.
  • Headless Batch Automation: Execute one-off or long-running coding tasks in non-interactive mode, ideal for batch workflows, CI/CD pipelines, or background processing.
  • Use Case Example: Automate adding error handling to all API calls across a codebase, run multi-step refactors, or debug issues across multiple files without manual UI interaction.

Quick Start

Use the openhands skill to add error handling to all API calls in the src/ directory of your current project.

Frequently Asked Questions about openhands

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

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How do I run headless coding tasks using a model-agnostic LLM provider?

Execute headless coding tasks with a model-agnostic LLM provider by delegating multi-step file edits and shell commands to the OpenHands CLI, which supports any LiteLLM-compatible model.

Can I use DeepSeek or Ollama for automated code refactoring without a UI?

Yes, you can use DeepSeek or Ollama for automated code refactoring without a UI by executing headless batch automation workflows through any LiteLLM-supported LLM provider.

What is the best way to automate batch bug fixing across multiple files?

Automate batch bug fixing across multiple files by delegating the long-running workflow to a model-agnostic coding agent that executes shell commands and file edits in non-interactive mode.

How do I track task status during long-running coding workflows?

Track task status during long-running coding workflows by parsing the JSON event stream output generated by the headless CLI automation process.

Does headless CLI automation support resuming interrupted coding tasks?

Yes, headless CLI automation supports resuming interrupted coding tasks through built-in conversation resumption capabilities for long-running workflows.

When should I not use a model-agnostic coding agent for code delegation?

Avoid using a model-agnostic coding agent for code delegation if your workflow requires interactive UI sessions rather than headless execution, or if your LLM provider lacks LiteLLM compatibility.