skill-installer

Install AI skills into the $CODEX_HOME/skills directory from GitHub repositories.

Updated Dec 11, 2025
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/Fancu1/dotfile --skill skill-installer-fancu1
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: skill-installer
Source: https://github.com/Fancu1/dotfile/tree/main/skills/.system/skill-installer
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/Fancu1/dotfile --skill skill-installer-fancu1

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill simplifies the process of discovering and installing new AI capabilities (skills) into your Codex environment, expanding its functionality without manual intervention.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Discover & Install: Browse a curated list of available skills or install directly from any GitHub repository.
  • Flexible Installation: Supports installation from public or private GitHub repositories, with options for specific branches or paths.
  • Use Case: A user wants to add a new skill for summarizing web pages. They can ask Codex to list available skills, find the "web-summarizer" skill, and install it with a single command.

Quick Start

Use the skill installer to list all available curated skills.

Frequently Asked Questions about skill-installer

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

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How do I install AI skills into my Codex environment from GitHub?

The skill installer handles discovery, download, and placement of skill modules from curated lists or GitHub repositories into the $CODEX_HOME/skills directory, expanding your AI capabilities without manual file management.

Can I install skills from a specific branch or sub-path in a GitHub repository?

Yes, you can install skills from specific branches or sub-paths within GitHub repositories. The installer supports targeted downloads from both public and private repositories to ensure you get the exact skill components you need.

How do I discover available AI skills to add to my Codex setup?

You can discover available AI skills by asking Codex to browse and list curated skill collections. This discovery process helps you find and select external skill modules to expand your environment's functionality.

Does the skill installer support downloading from private GitHub repositories?

Yes, the skill installer supports downloading from private GitHub repositories. It manages the installation lifecycle of external skill modules, allowing you to expand AI capabilities using both public and private sources.

What is the best way to manage the installation lifecycle of external AI skill modules?

Using an automated skill installer is the best way to manage the installation lifecycle of external AI skill modules. It handles discovery, download, and placement into the $CODEX_HOME/skills directory from curated lists or GitHub paths.