probe-circular-beta

Detect and prevent circular skill invocation during activation flows.

2|Updated Mar 21, 2026

Search Tags:#testing #platform #invocation #circular #skill-reference #safeguards #cycle-detection

Ready to run

npx skills add https://github.com/agent-ecosystem/agent-skill-implementation --skill probe-circular-beta

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Skill: probe-circular-beta
Source: https://github.com/agent-ecosystem/agent-skill-implementation/tree/main/benchmark-skills/probe-circular-beta
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/agent-ecosystem/agent-skill-implementation --skill probe-circular-beta

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Circular skill dependencies can cause infinite loops or unsafe activations during skill execution. This Beta probe demonstrates how two skills reference each other and how platforms should detect and prevent such cycles.

Core Features & Use Cases

Tests platform cycle-detection during skill activation.
Validates safe termination and clear error reporting for circular references.
Useful for platform developers and skill authors to verify robust invocation workflows.

Quick Start

Activate probe-circular-beta to initiate a circular invocation test with probe-circular-alpha.

Frequently Asked Questions about probe-circular-beta

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

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How do I test circular invocation handling between skills?▼

To test circular invocation, activate this probe to trigger a mutual reference flow with probe-circular-alpha. The platform validates cycle detection, ensuring early termination and safe error reporting when a circular dependency is encountered.

What are circular skill references and how do they cause infinite loops?▼

Circular skill references occur when two or more skills activate each other during execution. This probe demonstrates the mechanism, allowing platform developers to verify cycle detection and prevent unsafe infinite loops in invocation workflows.

How do I verify cycle detection and safe termination for skill activation?▼

Verify cycle detection by running this probe alongside probe-circular-alpha. It tests platform safeguards against infinite loops, validating that the system enforces early termination and clear error reporting upon encountering a circular dependency.

Can I use this probe to test platform safeguards for circular dependencies?▼

Yes, you can use this probe to test platform safeguards for circular dependencies. It is specifically built for platform developers and skill authors to verify robust invocation workflows and ensure safe error reporting when cycles occur.

What happens when a circular dependency is encountered during skill execution?▼

When a circular dependency is encountered, the platform applies cycle detection to enforce early termination. This probe tests that process, ensuring the system provides safe error reporting instead of entering an infinite loop during activation.