scheduler

Schedule on-device reminders and local tasks via OS-native schedulers.

Updated Mar 17, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/jaypatrick/skills --skill scheduler-jaypatrick
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: scheduler
Source: https://github.com/jaypatrick/skills/tree/main/scheduler
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/jaypatrick/skills --skill scheduler-jaypatrick

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Schedule on-device reminders and lightweight local tasks to run at a specific time or interval, without relying on cloud services or external backends.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Schedule one-time reminders (tomorrow at a specific time)
  • Schedule recurring tasks (every weekday, every Monday at a time)
  • Support multiple delivery/execution methods (notifications, messages, or local command execution)
  • Leverage OS-native schedulers (launchd, cron, Windows Task Scheduler) for reliability
  • Handle ambiguous or missing delivery details with clarifying questions

Quick Start

Schedule a one-time reminder for tomorrow at 9:00 AM local time with a notification

Frequently Asked Questions about scheduler

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

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How do I schedule local reminders and tasks without relying on cloud services?

To schedule local reminders without cloud services, you can use on-device schedulers that leverage OS-native backends like launchd, cron, or Windows Task Scheduler. This automates parsing your intent and normalizing the schedule for reliable local execution.

Can I set up recurring tasks to run every weekday using local automation?

Yes, you can set up recurring tasks to run every weekday or at specific weekly intervals. The scheduler normalizes your recurring schedule and creates a stable name for the task, then prompts you to confirm the execution details before finalizing.

Does this scheduler work with Slack for delivering notifications?

Yes, this scheduler works with Slack as an optional backend for delivering notifications. It supports multiple delivery methods including OS-native notifications, messages, or local command execution, and will ask clarifying questions if delivery details are missing.

What is the best way to automate lightweight local tasks at a specific time?

The best way to automate lightweight local tasks is using OS-native schedulers for reliability. This tool implements a structured workflow that parses your intent, selects an execution method, normalizes the schedule, and prompts for confirmation.

Do I need external backends to execute one-time local reminders?

No, you do not need external backends to execute one-time local reminders. The scheduler operates entirely on-device using OS-native backends, though it optionally supports external delivery methods like Slack if you prefer message-based notifications.