schedule

Manage remote cron-based task scheduling on Anthropic's cloud infrastructure.

3|2|Updated Apr 12, 2026
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npx skills add https://github.com/woxiangyangzhimao/skills --skill schedule-woxiangyangzhimao
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Skill: schedule
Source: https://github.com/woxiangyangzhimao/skills/tree/main/schedule
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/woxiangyangzhimao/skills --skill schedule-woxiangyangzhimao

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill requires create_trigger, list_triggers, update_trigger, delete_trigger, fire_trigger, and includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill simplifies the creation and management of remote, cron-based task scheduling, enabling users to automate recurring tasks across different platforms.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Task Scheduling: Automate the execution of tasks at regular intervals using cron expressions.
  • Remote Trigger Management: Create, update, and manage remote triggers for executing tasks on Anthropic's cloud infrastructure.
  • Use Case: Ideal for scheduling automated code checks, backups, or reports to run at specific times without manual intervention.

Quick Start

Use the schedule skill to create a new cron job that runs a script every day at 3 AM.

Frequently Asked Questions about schedule

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I schedule automated tasks using cron expressions on cloud infrastructure?

Remote task scheduling allows you to create cron jobs that execute scripts at regular intervals on Anthropic's cloud infrastructure. This automates recurring tasks like code checks, backups, or reports without manual intervention.

Can I update and delete existing remote triggers for scheduled tasks?

Yes, you can create, update, and delete remote triggers to manage your scheduled tasks. This includes modifying existing cron jobs and removing triggers that are no longer needed for your task automation workflow.

What do I need to set up remote task scheduling with cron expressions?

Remote task scheduling requires authentication and access to the appropriate API endpoints for remote triggers. You need to configure these dependencies to successfully create and fire triggers on the cloud infrastructure.

How do I manually run a scheduled task outside of its cron schedule?

You can use the fire trigger function to manually execute a scheduled task immediately. This allows you to run tasks on demand without waiting for the next scheduled cron interval.

What is remote task scheduling used for in software engineering automation?

Remote task scheduling is ideal for automating recurring processes such as scheduled code checks, system backups, or generating reports. It ensures these tasks run at specific times automatically across different platforms.

Does this task scheduling approach work across different platforms?

Yes, this skill simplifies the creation of remote cron-based task scheduling to enable automation across different platforms. It leverages cloud infrastructure to execute your scheduled scripts regardless of the local environment.