ppw:update

Name: ppw:update
Availability: InStock
Author: Chanw-research

Fetch upstream SKILL.md and reference updates and apply them locally.

38|3|Updated May 7, 2026

Search Tags:#automation #workflow #github #cli #sync #skill #references

Ready to run

npx skills add https://github.com/Chanw-research/claude-code-paper-writing --skill ppw-update-chanw-research

💬 Prompt for ChatGPT / Claude Chat▼

Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: ppw:update
Source: https://github.com/Chanw-research/claude-code-paper-writing/tree/main/skills/writing-polish/paper-polish-workflow/.claude/skills/ppw-update
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/Chanw-research/claude-code-paper-writing --skill ppw-update-chanw-research

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Sync local skill definitions and references from the upstream GitHub repository, ensuring your environment stays up-to-date with the latest SKILL.md changes and required references.

Core Features & Use Cases

Detect updates to remote SKILL.md and reference docs and apply to local workspace.
Supports direct and interactive modes to review changes before applying.
Keeps local skill bundles aligned with the central repository, enabling reproducible environments.
Use Case: When a maintainer pushes a new update to ppw-update or a related skill, run this to fetch and apply changes automatically.

Quick Start

Run this skill to fetch the latest SKILL.md and references from the upstream repo and update your local skill workspace.

Frequently Asked Questions about ppw:update

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

FAQPage Schema

How do I sync local skill definitions with an upstream GitHub repository?▼

To sync local skill definitions with an upstream GitHub repository, run an automated fetch process that compares remote SKILL.md changes and references, then applies updates, additions, and deletions to your local workspace.

Can I review changes before applying updates to my local skill workspace?▼

Yes, you can review changes before applying updates by using interactive mode, which allows you to compare fetched content from the central repository against your local environment before committing any modifications.

What is the best way to keep cloned skill sets aligned across offline workspaces?▼

The best way to keep cloned skill sets aligned across offline workspaces is using automated synchronization that detects remote updates and applies them locally, ensuring your environment maintains consistency with the central source.

Does the local skill sync process handle deletions and additions from the central source?▼

Yes, the local skill sync process handles deletions and additions from the central source, ensuring your local skill bundles accurately reflect all upstream changes including removed or newly added reference documents.

Why does my local skill synchronization update fail to fetch the latest references?▼

Local skill synchronization update failures may occur due to network connectivity issues or discrepancies during content comparison, but the workflow memory log and error handling mechanisms help diagnose and manage these fetch interruptions.

Do I need a direct connection to GitHub to synchronize my local skill references?▼

You need a connection to GitHub to fetch the latest SKILL.md changes and references, but the workflow supports managing cloned skill sets across local environments and offline workspaces that require alignment with the central source.