ops-task

Guide step-by-step remediation of build failures with dependency checks and verification.

91|4|Updated Feb 10, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/prime-radiant-inc/serf --skill ops-task
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Skill: ops-task
Source: https://github.com/prime-radiant-inc/serf/tree/main/agent/skills/ops-task
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/prime-radiant-inc/serf --skill ops-task

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Ops Task fixes, builds, and configures projects by guiding a deterministic remediation loop from failure to verified success. It helps teams reduce mean time to repair by providing a repeatable, auditable workflow.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Structured remediation loop: Try it, read the complete error, fix one thing, and try again to ensure progressive improvement.
  • Dependency handling and environment checks: Install missing dependencies, verify tooling availability, and validate environment consistency before retries.
  • Audit-friendly process: Maintain an approaches.log, apply the 3-strike rule to avoid repeating failed strategies, and ensure final state is verified.

Quick Start

Diagnose a failing build by iterating through reproduction, error reading, minimal fixes, and re-verification until the issue is resolved.

Frequently Asked Questions about ops-task

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

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How do I automate debugging workflows for build failures?

Automated debugging workflows guide a step-by-step remediation loop from error to deployment. You reproduce the failure, read the complete error, apply a minimal fix, and re-verify until the build succeeds.

What is a structured remediation loop for fixing broken builds?

A structured remediation loop iteratively resolves build failures by trying a fix, reading the complete error output, changing one thing, and trying again. This enforces progressive improvement and prevents repeating failed strategies.

How can I ensure build fixes are traceable and audit-friendly?

To ensure build fixes are traceable and audit-friendly, maintain an approaches.log and apply a 3-strike rule to discard repetitive failed strategies. Final state verification confirms reliable, repeatable outcomes.

How do I handle missing dependencies during build troubleshooting?

Build troubleshooting handles missing dependencies by checking tooling availability, installing required packages, and validating environment consistency before attempting build retries.

Can I use a deterministic process to reduce mean time to repair for builds?

Yes, a deterministic remediation loop reduces mean time to repair by enforcing dependency checks, structured error analysis, and approach logging. This repeatable workflow ensures reliable outcomes from failure to verified success.

Why does my build still fail after applying the same fix multiple times?

Builds fail repeatedly when the same ineffective strategy is applied. The 3-strike rule in a structured remediation loop prevents this by logging failed approaches in approaches.log and forcing a new debugging strategy.