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skill-installer

Installs Codex skills into $CODEX_HOME/skills from curated lists or GitHub repositories.

Updated Aug 23, 2026
Search Tags:#automation#github#codex#skills#repository#installation
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/justinmoon/configs --skill skill-installer-justinmoon
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: skill-installer
Source: https://github.com/justinmoon/configs/tree/main/home/skills/.system/skill-installer
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/justinmoon/configs --skill skill-installer-justinmoon

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill streamlines the process of adding new capabilities to your AI by allowing you to easily install skills from curated lists or directly from GitHub repositories.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Curated Skill Installation: Install skills from a default curated list (e.g., openai/skills).
  • Custom Repository Installation: Install skills from any public or private GitHub repository, specifying the exact path to the skill.
  • Experimental Skill Access: Easily install skills from experimental branches or directories.
  • Use Case: A user wants to add a new skill for managing their calendar. They can ask the AI to "install the calendar skill from the curated list" or provide a specific GitHub URL for a custom calendar skill.

Quick Start

Use the skill installer to list available curated 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, you can use the skill installer to download them directly into your $CODEX_HOME/skills directory via direct download or git sparse checkout.

Can I install skills from private GitHub repositories?▼

Yes, you can install skills from private GitHub repositories. The installer includes fallback mechanisms for authentication to securely handle both public and private repository paths.

What is the best way to add experimental or custom skills to my AI?▼

The best way to add experimental or custom skills is to specify the exact GitHub repository path or experimental branch, allowing the installer to fetch and place them in the correct directory.

Does the skill installer support curated lists like openai/skills?▼

Yes, the skill installer supports curated skill installation, allowing you to easily browse and install capabilities from default curated lists such as the openai/skills repository.

How does git sparse checkout work for adding AI skills?▼

Git sparse checkout is used as a fallback mechanism to fetch specific skill directories from a GitHub repository without downloading the entire codebase, ensuring efficient installation.

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