self

Evaluate agent definition files for purpose alignment and propose targeted edits.

Updated Feb 28, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/cosmicdreams/claude-plugins --skill self-cosmicdreams
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: self
Source: https://github.com/cosmicdreams/claude-plugins/tree/main/improve/skills/self
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/cosmicdreams/claude-plugins --skill self-cosmicdreams

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill helps you detect when an agent’s prompt, model, tools, and instructions no longer match what it is supposed to achieve, so you can restore clear role alignment and effectiveness.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Purpose-driven evaluation: Derives a one-sentence “This agent exists to …” purpose from the definition frontmatter and prompt role/context.
  • Alignment checks across key dimensions: Reviews model fit, tool correctness, prompt length and clarity, scope, actionability, and description quality.
  • Actionable improvement proposals: Produces specific dimension-by-dimension edits with rationale and a trust-model-based apply/escalate flow.
  • Self-auditing option: Enables any agent (including the process-engineer itself) to audit its own definition and identify methodology gaps.

Quick Start

Use the self skill to evaluate an agent definition file and propose concrete revisions to fix any misalignment with its stated purpose.

Frequently Asked Questions about self

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

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How do I audit an agent definition for alignment with its stated purpose?

To audit an agent definition, evaluate its frontmatter and prompt body to derive a core purpose, then check alignment across model fit, tool correctness, prompt clarity, scope, and actionability to propose targeted improvements.

What is agent evaluation in the context of prompt and tool alignment?

Agent evaluation is the process of assessing whether an agent's model, tools, prompt, and instructions effectively match its intended goals, detecting drift or underperformance to restore clear role alignment and effectiveness.

How do I fix agent drift when prompts and tools no longer match the intended scope?

Fix agent drift by deriving the agent's one-sentence purpose from its definition, identifying misalignments across key dimensions, and applying dimension-by-dimension proposed edits with rationale and trust-model application guidance.

Can an agent perform a self-audit to identify methodology gaps in its own definition?

Yes, an agent can perform a self-audit using the improve:self command to read its own full definition, evaluate its purpose alignment, and identify methodology gaps or instruction clarity issues.

What dimensions are checked during an agent prompt audit?

An agent prompt audit checks alignment across model fit, tool correctness, prompt length and clarity, scope, actionability, and description quality to ensure the definition matches its stated purpose.

When should I redesign an agent instead of just updating its prompt?

You should redesign an agent when evaluation reveals significant misalignment across multiple dimensions like model fit and tool correctness, requiring targeted improvements that go beyond simple prompt clarity adjustments.