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skill-installer

Automate Codex skill installation from curated lists or GitHub repositories.

Updated Feb 16, 2026
Search Tags:#software development#Codex#GitHub#skill management#skill installation
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/kingkillery/pk-qmd --skill skill-installer-kingkillery
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: skill-installer
Source: https://github.com/kingkillery/pk-qmd/tree/main/.agents/skills/.system/skill-installer
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/kingkillery/pk-qmd --skill skill-installer-kingkillery

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill requires git, github, network, and includes scripts (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill addresses the challenge of manually managing and installing Codex skills, providing a streamlined process to access and integrate new functionalities.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Curated Skill Installation: Access and install a wide range of pre-vetted skills from the openai/skills repository or any GitHub repo.
  • Flexible Installation: Install skills from a curated list or a specific GitHub repository path.
  • Experimental Skills: Access experimental skills from the .experimental directory for testing and development.
  • Use Case: If you need to enhance your Codex with a new skill for specific tasks, this Skill allows you to quickly find and install it.

Quick Start

Install the 'skill-installer' skill by running the command: qmd install skill-installer.

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 an automated skill installer that fetches and integrates them directly into your Codex home directory. It supports both public repos and private repos with GitHub tokens.

Can I install experimental Codex skills for testing?▼

Yes, you can install experimental Codex skills by targeting the `.experimental` directory. This allows you to access and test pre-vetted developmental skills from a curated list or specific GitHub repository paths.

Do I need a GitHub token to install private repository skills?▼

You need a GitHub token to install skills from private GitHub repositories. The skill installer optionally uses GitHub tokens for private repo access, while public repositories can be accessed with standard network connectivity.

What's the best way to manage skill installation without manual git cloning?▼

The best way to manage skill installation without manual git cloning is using an automated skill installer. It handles fetching skills from curated lists or GitHub repos, utilizing git sparse checkout as a fallback for access.

Why does skill installation require network access?▼

Skill installation requires network access because the tool must connect to GitHub repositories to fetch skill data. This network dependency ensures the installer can pull the latest pre-vetted skills from remote curated lists.

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