self-driven

Automate long-running tasks with a self-driven agent without human intervention.

Updated Aug 27, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/BoChao1Zhang/dotfiles --skill self-driven-bochao1zhang
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: self-driven
Source: https://github.com/BoChao1Zhang/dotfiles/tree/main/dot_codex/skills/self-driven
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/BoChao1Zhang/dotfiles --skill self-driven-bochao1zhang

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill enables autonomous execution of long-running tasks by a self-driven agent, removing the need for human intervention.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Overnight automation: Keep complex goals progressing while you are away.
  • Ambiguity handling & planning: The agent resolves uncertainties and plans steps toward acceptance criteria.
  • Safety & governance: Enforces guardrails, reviews progress, and can pause on risk signals.

Quick Start

Set a clear overnight goal and let the agent continue working on it without human intervention.

Frequently Asked Questions about self-driven

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

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How do I automate long-running tasks to run overnight without human intervention?

Automating overnight tasks without human intervention requires a self-driven agent that continuously executes goal-driven work, planning steps, and iterative refinement while you are away. It operates non-interruptively until acceptance criteria are met or optional exit conditions trigger.

What is autonomous task planning and how does it handle ambiguity resolution?

Autonomous task planning uses a self-driven agent to independently resolve uncertainties and plan execution steps toward defined acceptance criteria. It continuously refines its approach without human input, ensuring goal-driven work progresses despite ambiguous initial conditions.

Can I set optional exit conditions and safety checks for autonomous agent execution?

Yes, autonomous agent execution supports optional exit conditions and enforces safety guardrails. The agent continuously reviews progress and can automatically pause execution upon detecting risk signals, ensuring governed operation while you are away.

What is the best way to define goals for an overnight automation agent?

The best way to define goals for overnight automation is to provide a clear objective with specific acceptance criteria. Providing well-defined goals allows the self-driven agent to autonomously plan, execute, and iteratively refine the long-running task without needing further human input.

Does autonomous execution work for complex goals that require iterative refinement?

Yes, autonomous execution is designed for complex goals requiring iterative refinement. The self-driven agent continuously evaluates progress against acceptance criteria, adjusts its planning, and executes ongoing work autonomously to ensure long-running task completion without human intervention.