schedule-task

Create and manage scheduled tasks and reminders with cron expressions.

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One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/openakita/openakita --skill schedule-task-openakita
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Skill: schedule-task
Source: https://github.com/openakita/openakita/tree/main/skills/system/schedule-task
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/openakita/openakita --skill schedule-task-openakita

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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What problem does it solve?

This Skill automates the creation of scheduled tasks and reminders, ensuring that important events and AI-driven operations are not missed.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Create Reminders: Set simple reminders for yourself (e.g., "Remind me to drink water").
  • Schedule AI Tasks: Define tasks for the AI to perform at specific times or intervals (e.g., "Check the weather daily at 9 AM").
  • Flexible Scheduling: Supports one-time events, recurring intervals, and cron-based scheduling.
  • Use Case: Schedule a daily AI task to summarize news articles every morning at 8 AM, or set a reminder to stand up and stretch every hour.

Quick Start

Create a reminder named 'Daily Standup' to remind you at 9 AM every weekday.

Frequently Asked Questions about schedule-task

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

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How do I schedule recurring tasks and reminders with an AI assistant?

You can schedule recurring tasks and reminders by defining the trigger configuration, choosing between one-time events, fixed intervals, or cron expressions to automate your workflows and receive timely notifications.

What is cron-based scheduling and when should I use it for task automation?

Cron-based scheduling uses syntax expressions to define precise times for task automation. Use it when you need granular control over recurring task triggers, such as executing AI-driven operations on specific weekdays or exact times.

Can I set up a one-time reminder instead of a recurring interval task?

Yes, the system supports one-time reminders alongside interval and cron-based tasks. You simply configure the trigger as a single event to ensure you are notified or the AI operation executes exactly once at the specified time.

What is the best way to automate daily AI tasks like morning news summaries?

The best way to automate daily AI tasks is to configure a scheduled task with an interval or cron trigger. This ensures the AI performs operations like summarizing news articles automatically at your designated time every day.

Are there limitations to scheduling automated workflows with cron expressions?

Scheduling automated workflows with cron expressions is limited to time-based triggers. It does not inherently handle conditional event-driven triggers, requiring tasks to rely strictly on precise chronological schedules for execution.