babysitter:user-install
Set up babysitter for yourself. Install deps, build user profile, configure tools.
Best use case
babysitter:user-install is best used when you need a repeatable AI agent workflow instead of a one-off prompt.
Set up babysitter for yourself. Install deps, build user profile, configure tools.
Teams using babysitter:user-install should expect a more consistent output, faster repeated execution, less prompt rewriting.
When to use this skill
- You want a reusable workflow that can be run more than once with consistent structure.
When not to use this skill
- You only need a quick one-off answer and do not need a reusable workflow.
- You cannot install or maintain the underlying files, dependencies, or repository context.
Installation
Claude Code / Cursor / Codex
Manual Installation
- Download SKILL.md from GitHub
- Place it in
.claude/skills/user-install/SKILL.mdinside your project - Restart your AI agent — it will auto-discover the skill
How babysitter:user-install Compares
| Feature / Agent | babysitter:user-install | Standard Approach |
|---|---|---|
| Platform Support | Not specified | Limited / Varies |
| Context Awareness | High | Baseline |
| Installation Complexity | Unknown | N/A |
Frequently Asked Questions
What does this skill do?
Set up babysitter for yourself. Install deps, build user profile, configure tools.
Where can I find the source code?
You can find the source code on GitHub using the link provided at the top of the page.
SKILL.md Source
# babysitter:user-install Guide through onboarding a new user for babysitter orchestration. ## Workflow ### 1. Install Dependencies - Ensure Node.js >= 18 is installed - Install babysitter SDK globally: ```bash npm install -g @a5c-ai/babysitter-sdk ``` - Verify: `babysitter version --json` ### 2. Interview - What are your specialties? (frontend, backend, devops, ML, etc.) - What's your expertise level? (junior, mid, senior, expert) - Communication preferences? (concise, detailed, step-by-step) - Breakpoint tolerance? (minimal, low, moderate, high, maximum) - Preferred tools and frameworks? ### 3. Build User Profile Write the user profile using the CLI: ```bash echo '<profile-json>' > /tmp/user-profile.json babysitter profile:write --user --input /tmp/user-profile.json --json ``` The profile includes: - Name, role, specialties - Expertise levels per domain - Communication style preferences - Breakpoint tolerance settings - Tool preferences - Installed skills and agents ### 4. Configure Tools - Set up preferred editor/IDE integration - Configure default process templates - Set environment variables ### Done! Your babysitter profile is configured. It will personalize all future orchestration runs. Star the repo: https://github.com/a5c-ai/babysitter
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