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prerequisites-checker

Verify external CLI tools and credentials before project setup.

Updated Mar 24, 2026
Search Tags:#devops#authentication#validation#tooling#environment#ci-cd#prerequisites
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/balamuru/antigravity-dev-skills --skill prerequisites-checker
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Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: prerequisites-checker
Source: https://github.com/balamuru/antigravity-dev-skills/tree/main/.agents/skills/prerequisites-checker
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/balamuru/antigravity-dev-skills --skill prerequisites-checker

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Reduces setup time and prevents build failures by validating that all required external CLI tools and credentials are present and correctly configured before you begin work.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Environment validation: checks for tools like node, npm, gh, docker, psql, and verifies authentication where applicable.
  • Automated preflight checks: runs commands to confirm availability and access, and reports missing items with remediation steps.
  • Use Case: Before starting a project, run this skill to verify your environment so CI/CD won't fail on missing dependencies.

Quick Start

Run this skill to validate your local tooling setup and confirm authentication status before starting the project.

Frequently Asked Questions about prerequisites-checker

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I verify required CLI tools are installed before running a CI/CD pipeline?▼

Preflight environment validation checks for required CLI tools like node, npm, gh, docker, and psql using command -v, verifies authentication status, and reports missing items with actionable remediation steps before pipeline execution.

What is environment validation for local development workflows?▼

Environment validation identifies and verifies required external CLI tools and credentials are installed and authenticated before local development begins, preventing setup delays and build failures caused by missing dependencies.

How do I check authentication status for CLI tools like gh and docker?▼

Automated preflight checks validate tool presence and authentication status for CLI tools like gh and docker, reporting actionable remediation steps for any credentials that are missing or incorrectly configured.

Can I use prerequisites checking for project bootstrapping across multiple tools?▼

Yes, prerequisites checking applies across project bootstrapping, CI/CD pipelines, and local development workflows to confirm availability and access for required CLI tools before proceeding with setup.

What's the best way to prevent build failures from missing dependencies?▼

Running environment validation checks before starting work prevents build failures by confirming tool presence and authentication status, then providing actionable remediation steps for any missing dependencies.

Why does my CI/CD pipeline fail on missing CLI tools during setup?▼

CI/CD pipelines fail when required external CLI tools and credentials are not installed or correctly configured; environment validation identifies these missing items and reports remediation steps before build execution.

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