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skill-installer

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

Updated May 25, 2025
Search Tags:#automation#github#codex#skills#install#curated
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/temple-slope/dotfiles --skill skill-installer-temple-slope
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: skill-installer
Source: https://github.com/temple-slope/dotfiles/tree/main/dot_codex/skills/dot_system/skill-installer
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/temple-slope/dotfiles --skill skill-installer-temple-slope

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill requires github_utils, and includes scripts (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

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

Core Features & Use Cases

  • List available skills from curated lists or external repos.
  • Install a curated skill or a skill from another repo (including private repos).
  • Resolve dependencies and place skills under CODEX_HOME/skills for quick activation.

Quick Start

Use the installer to fetch and install a requested Codex skill from curated lists or a GitHub repo.

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 installer to fetch and place them directly into CODEX_HOME/skills. It supports pulling from external repos, including private ones, using specific source and destination options.

What is the best way to list available Codex skills before installing them?▼

Listing available Codex skills is done using the helper script scripts/list-skills.py. This allows you to view curated skills or skills from external repos before deciding which ones to install into your environment.

Can I install a Codex skill from a private GitHub repo?▼

Yes, you can install a Codex skill from a private GitHub repository. The installer supports fetching from private repos and allows you to specify the exact source URL or repository path for secure installation.

How do I resolve dependencies when installing Codex skills?▼

Resolving dependencies when installing Codex skills is handled automatically by the installer. It ensures required components like github_utils are accounted for and places the skills under CODEX_HOME/skills for quick activation.

Does the Codex skill installer support installing from a local path?▼

Yes, the Codex skill installer supports installing from a local path using the --path option. This allows you to install skills from local directories directly into your CODEX_HOME/skills folder.

What options are available to control where Codex skills are installed?▼

You can control where Codex skills are installed using --repo, --url, --path, --ref, and --dest options. These allow you to specify the source repository, branch reference, and destination directory within CODEX_HOME/skills.

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