test/echo-tool

Echo provided input as structured output for data flow verification.

Updated Dec 30, 2025
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/while-basic/enact-template --skill test-echo-tool
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Skill: test/echo-tool
Source: https://github.com/while-basic/enact-template/tree/main/packages/cli/tests/fixtures/echo-tool
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/while-basic/enact-template --skill test-echo-tool

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This tool saves time during testing by echoing the provided input, enabling quick verification of data flow, formatting, and integration with prompts and pipelines.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Echo Input: Returns the exact input as a structured output for validation and debugging.
  • Deterministic Output: Consistent, repeatable results suitable for automated tests and demonstrations.
  • Use Case: In a CI/CD or local development workflow, pass a sample payload to confirm the end-to-end handling of data through the tool.

Quick Start

Run the tool with a sample input, for example: enact run test/echo-tool --input text="Hello"

Frequently Asked Questions about test/echo-tool

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

FAQPage Schema
How can I verify data flow and tool integration in a containerized CLI pipeline?

To verify data flow, you can run an echo tool that returns the exact input as a structured output for validation. This confirms deterministic end-to-end data handling through the containerized CLI pipeline.

What is the best way to test input-output behavior reproducibly in a CI/CD workflow?

The best way to test input-output behavior reproducibly is using an echo tool with defined input and output schemas. It returns consistent, repeatable results suitable for automated tests in CI/CD workflows.

Do I need any external dependencies to run an echo tool in an Alpine container?

No external dependencies are required to run this echo tool in an Alpine container. It operates independently with a defined command and schemas for deterministic execution.

Can I use an echo tool to debug formatting issues with sample payloads during local development?

Yes, you can use an echo tool to debug formatting issues by passing a sample payload. It saves time during local development by returning the exact input for quick verification.

Why does my CLI tool not return the expected structured output during validation?

If your CLI tool does not return expected structured output, verifying the input schema is necessary. An echo tool helps isolate whether the data flow or the downstream processing causes the issue.