recipe-block-focus-time
Create recurring focus time blocks on Google Calendar to protect deep work hours.
Best use case
recipe-block-focus-time is best used when you need a repeatable AI agent workflow instead of a one-off prompt.
Create recurring focus time blocks on Google Calendar to protect deep work hours.
Teams using recipe-block-focus-time 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/recipe-block-focus-time/SKILL.mdinside your project - Restart your AI agent — it will auto-discover the skill
How recipe-block-focus-time Compares
| Feature / Agent | recipe-block-focus-time | 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?
Create recurring focus time blocks on Google Calendar to protect deep work hours.
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
# Block Focus Time on Google Calendar
> **PREREQUISITE:** Load the following skills to execute this recipe: `gws-calendar`
Create recurring focus time blocks on Google Calendar to protect deep work hours.
## Steps
1. Create recurring focus block: `gws calendar events insert --params '{"calendarId": "primary"}' --json '{"summary": "Focus Time", "description": "Protected deep work block", "start": {"dateTime": "2025-01-20T09:00:00", "timeZone": "America/New_York"}, "end": {"dateTime": "2025-01-20T11:00:00", "timeZone": "America/New_York"}, "recurrence": ["RRULE:FREQ=WEEKLY;BYDAY=MO,TU,WE,TH,FR"], "transparency": "opaque"}'`
2. Verify it shows as busy: `gws calendar +agenda`Related Skills
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