skill-installer

Name: skill-installer
Availability: InStock
Author: jaimedhenriques

Install Codex skills from curated sources or GitHub repositories.

Updated Apr 1, 2026

Search Tags:#workflow #github #codex #skills #repository #installation

Ready to run

npx skills add https://github.com/jaimedhenriques/finsyt --skill skill-installer-jaimedhenriques

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Skill: skill-installer
Source: https://github.com/jaimedhenriques/finsyt/tree/main/artifacts/platform/.agents/skills/skill-installer
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/jaimedhenriques/finsyt --skill skill-installer-jaimedhenriques

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill removes the friction of finding and installing Codex skills from the curated catalog or a GitHub repository, so users can get the right capability into their workspace quickly.

Core Features & Use Cases

Skill Discovery: List installable skills from the curated set.
Repository Installation: Install a skill directly from another GitHub repo, including private repositories when access is available.
Use Case: A team lead can add a reusable workflow skill to a local Codex environment without manually copying files or wiring paths.

Quick Start

Use the skill-installer skill to install the requested skill from a GitHub repository path into $CODEX_HOME/skills.

Frequently Asked Questions about skill-installer

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

FAQPage Schema

How do I install Codex skills from a GitHub repository?▼

To install Codex skills from a GitHub repository, the skill-installer pulls capabilities directly from public or private repository paths into your local Codex environment, requiring a valid SKILL.md entry point with frontmatter metadata for extraction.

Can I list available skills before installing them?▼

You can list available skills from a curated set before installing them, allowing you to discover approved capabilities and select the right workflow skill for your environment without manually copying files.

Does installing skills from private GitHub repositories require special access?▼

Installing skills from private GitHub repositories requires existing repository access permissions, allowing the installer to pull the SKILL.md entry point and associated metadata securely into your local workspace.

What is the best way to add a reusable workflow skill to a local Codex environment?▼

The best way to add a reusable workflow skill to a local Codex environment is using the installer to fetch the skill from GitHub, automatically wiring the repository paths into $CODEX_HOME/skills without manual file copying.

What are the limitations when pulling skills from GitHub repositories?▼

A key limitation when pulling skills from GitHub repositories is the strict requirement for a valid SKILL.md entry point with frontmatter metadata; without this structured file, discovery and extraction will fail.