state-machine

Enforce deterministic finite state machine patterns using Python Enums and TypeScript union types.

1|Updated Sep 14, 2025
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npx skills add https://github.com/CleanExpo/DR-NRPG --skill state-machine-cleanexpo
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Skill: state-machine
Source: https://github.com/CleanExpo/DR-NRPG/tree/main/.skills/custom/state-machine
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/CleanExpo/DR-NRPG --skill state-machine-cleanexpo

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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What problem does it solve?

This Skill provides a robust framework for managing complex, multi-step processes by enforcing deterministic state transitions, preventing invalid workflows, and ensuring predictable execution.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • State Definition: Define clear, enumerated states for any process using Python Enums and TypeScript union types.
  • Transition Validation: Ensure only valid state transitions occur, preventing unexpected system behavior.
  • Guard Conditions: Implement conditional logic that must be met before a transition can proceed.
  • Side Effects: Trigger actions (logging, notifications) upon state changes.
  • Use Case: Manage the lifecycle of a customer support ticket, from 'New' to 'In Progress', 'Awaiting Customer', 'Resolved', or 'Closed', ensuring each step is valid and logged.

Quick Start

Use the state-machine skill to define a new workflow for order processing with states like DRAFT, PROCESSING, SHIPPED, and DELIVERED.

Frequently Asked Questions about state-machine

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

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How do I enforce deterministic state transitions for a complex workflow in Python?

To enforce deterministic state transitions for a complex workflow, define enumerated states using Python Enums and apply transition validation rules. This prevents invalid workflows and ensures predictable execution across orchestrator tasks by strictly validating each state change.

How do I manage UI component states using TypeScript union types?

Manage UI component states by defining clear states with TypeScript union types and enforcing transition validation. This framework ensures only valid state changes occur, preventing unexpected UI behavior and maintaining predictable component rendering.

What are the Three Laws of State Machines for workflow execution?

The Three Laws of State Machines for workflow execution are Deterministic, Minimal, and Complete. Adhering to these laws ensures your state machine patterns enforce strict transition validation, preventing invalid workflows and ensuring predictable execution.

How do I add guard conditions and side effects to a finite state machine?

Add guard conditions to implement conditional logic that must be met before a transition proceeds, and configure side effects to trigger actions like logging or notifications upon state changes. This ensures workflows execute valid, logged transitions.

Can I define an order processing state machine with states like DRAFT and SHIPPED?

Yes, you can define an order processing workflow with enumerated states like DRAFT, PROCESSING, SHIPPED, and DELIVERED. The state machine framework manages state definition, transition validation, and guard conditions to ensure each step is valid.

When should I use a finite state machine pattern over manual workflow logic?

Use a finite state machine pattern for complex, multi-step processes to prevent invalid workflows and ensure predictable execution. It replaces manual workflow logic by enforcing deterministic transitions, guard conditions, and side effects for robust process orchestration.