skill-installer

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

Updated Aug 23, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/kstawiski/claude-skills --skill skill-installer-kstawiski
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: skill-installer
Source: https://github.com/kstawiski/claude-skills/tree/main/.system/skill-installer
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/kstawiski/claude-skills --skill skill-installer-kstawiski

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill simplifies the process of discovering, listing, and installing AI agent skills from curated lists or external GitHub repositories, reducing setup time and configuration drift.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Discover and list available skills from curated sources or experimental pools.
  • Install from curated lists to quickly onboard proven skills into CODEX_HOME/skills.
  • Install from other repos by pointing to a GitHub repository and path, including private repos with token-based access.

Quick Start

List available skills from curated sources:

  • python3 scripts/list-skills.py

Install a skill from curated list:

  • python3 scripts/install-skill-from-github.py --repo openai/skills --path skills/.curated/<skill-name>

Install a skill from another repository:

  • python3 scripts/install-skill-from-github.py --repo owner/repo --path path/to/skill

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, use the install script to point to a specific repo and path, fetching the skill directories and copying them into CODEX_HOME/skills. It validates SKILL.md presence during the process.

Can I install skills from private GitHub repositories?

Yes, you can install skills from private GitHub repositories by providing token-based access. The installation script supports token authentication to fetch and copy skill directories securely into your CODEX_HOME/skills folder.

How do I discover available curated skills before installing?

You can discover available curated skills by running the list-skills script. This lists proven skills from curated sources or experimental pools, allowing you to review options before installing them into your CODEX_HOME/skills directory.

What is the best way to manage AI agent skill setup and configuration drift?

Using a curated skill installer simplifies discovering, listing, and installing AI agent skills from GitHub repos, reducing setup time and configuration drift by automating the validation and copying of skill directories.

Does the skill installer require a specific checkout method for GitHub paths?

The skill installer uses either a direct download or git sparse checkout to fetch skill directories from GitHub paths. It validates the presence of SKILL.md and handles destination naming and errors when copying to CODEX_HOME/skills.