skill-installer

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

Updated Apr 28, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/suwandre/my-codex-config --skill skill-installer-suwandre
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: skill-installer
Source: https://github.com/suwandre/my-codex-config/tree/main/skills/.system/skill-installer
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/suwandre/my-codex-config --skill skill-installer-suwandre

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

Install Codex skills into the CODEX_HOME/skills directory from curated lists or GitHub repo paths.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • List installable skills from curated sources or specified repos.
  • Install a curated skill into CODEX_HOME/skills.
  • Install a skill from another repository (including private repos) using a GitHub path or URL.

Quick Start

Run the installer to list available skills or install a specific skill from a curated list or a GitHub path.

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?

You can install Codex skills from a curated list or a GitHub repository path. The installer handles listing available entries and importing them directly into the CODEX_HOME/skills directory.

Can I install skills from private GitHub repos into CODEX_HOME?

Yes, you can install skills from private GitHub repos. The tool supports importing skills from external repositories using path-based or URL-based methods, downloading or sparse-checking out repos as needed.

What is the best way to list available Codex skills before installation?

The best way to list available Codex skills is by running the installer's helper scripts, which query curated sources or specified repos to show installable skills before you commit to an installation.

Does the Codex skill installer validate directories before importing?

Yes, the Codex skill installer validates skill directories before importing. It uses helper scripts to ensure the directory structure is correct before installing curated entries or external repository skills.

Why use a curated list to install Codex skills instead of a direct repo path?

Using a curated list provides pre-validated, installable Codex skill entries, reducing the risk of directory errors compared to directly importing from an unverified external GitHub repository path.