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wsl2-skills-debug

Diagnose and fix nested symlink issues causing missing Hermes skills on WSL2.

Updated Mar 29, 2026
Search Tags:#WSL2#Hermes#skill detection#skills debugging#symlink issues
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/shuff57/agent-evo --skill wsl2-skills-debug
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: wsl2-skills-debug
Source: https://github.com/shuff57/agent-evo/tree/main/skills/.archive/topics-2026-05-10/software-development/wsl2-skills-debug
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/shuff57/agent-evo --skill wsl2-skills-debug

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill helps identify and fix issues where skills installed in the 'agent-evo/skills/' directory do not appear in the Hermes skills_list output on WSL2.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Detects Missing Skills: Identifies skills that are installed but not listed in the skills_list.
  • Root Cause Analysis: Determines if the issue is due to nested symlinks.
  • Fix Recommendations: Provides commands to resolve the issue by replacing nested symlinks with actual directories.
  • Use Case: When you have a skill installed and it's not appearing in the skills_list, use this Skill to diagnose and fix the problem.

Quick Start

Run the 'wsl2-skills-debug' skill to diagnose and fix missing skills in Hermes skills_list on WSL2.

Frequently Asked Questions about wsl2-skills-debug

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

FAQPage Schema
Why are installed skills missing from the Hermes skills_list on WSL2?▼

Installed skills are missing from the Hermes skills_list on WSL2 due to nested symlink issues in the 'agent-evo/skills/' directory that prevent proper skill detection.

How do I fix skills not appearing in Hermes skills_list on WSL2?▼

To fix missing skills in Hermes skills_list on WSL2, diagnose the 'agent-evo/skills/' directory and replace nested symlinks with actual directories using provided commands.

How does WSL2 handle symlinks in the Hermes agent skills directory?▼

WSL2 struggles with nested symlinks in the Hermes agent skills directory, causing installed skills to remain undetected during the skills_list generation process.

Can I use this skill detection debugger without access to the Hermes agent?▼

No, resolving missing skills in the Hermes skills_list requires direct access to the Hermes agent and the 'agent-evo/skills/' directory to diagnose and fix nested symlinks.

What is the best way to resolve nested symlink issues preventing skill detection in WSL2?▼

The best way to resolve nested symlink issues in WSL2 is to identify the broken links and replace them with actual directories to restore proper skill detection.

Hermes skills_list not working after installing new skills, what should I check?▼

If the Hermes skills_list is not working after installing new skills, check the 'agent-evo/skills/' directory for nested symlinks that block the detection of newly installed skills.

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