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probe-missing-dep

Test platform responses when a referenced skill dependency is missing.

2|Updated Mar 21, 2026
Search Tags:#testing#benchmark#error-handling#dependency-resolution#skill-activation#platform-behavior#missing-dependency
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/agent-ecosystem/agent-skill-implementation --skill probe-missing-dep
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: probe-missing-dep
Source: https://github.com/agent-ecosystem/agent-skill-implementation/tree/main/benchmark-skills/probe-missing-dep
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/agent-ecosystem/agent-skill-implementation --skill probe-missing-dep

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Tests platform behavior when a required dependency skill is missing, ensuring reliable error reporting and graceful degradation in AI workflows.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Missing-dependency activation tests to observe platform responses when a referenced skill does not exist.
  • Observability of outcomes to determine whether the platform reports the missing skill, skips the step, or substitutes a default behavior.
  • Validation of error handling and messaging to guide skill authors in designing robust fallbacks.

Quick Start

Activate the probe-missing-dep skill and follow its steps to observe how dependency failures are handled.

Frequently Asked Questions about probe-missing-dep

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I test platform behavior when a required dependency is missing?▼

To test missing dependency handling, you can use this skill to observe how the platform responds when a referenced skill does not exist, including error reporting, fallback behavior, and messaging.

What happens during skill activation if a dependency is unavailable?▼

When a dependency is unavailable during skill activation, this skill identifies whether the platform reports the missing skill, skips the step, or substitutes a default behavior to ensure graceful degradation.

How can I validate error handling and messaging for missing dependencies?▼

You validate error handling and messaging by applying this skill to benchmark scenarios where skills declare unavailable dependencies, allowing you to observe the platform's feedback and activation flow.

Does this skill require any dependencies to test dependency resolution?▼

No, this skill has no dependencies, allowing you to directly test dependency resolution and activation flow without needing to install prerequisite components or external frameworks.

What is the best way to benchmark a platform's fallback behavior for missing skills?▼

The best way to benchmark fallback behavior is to activate this probe skill, which specifies the functional requirements for testing how platforms handle missing dependencies and clear user feedback.

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