config-guardian
Safe OpenClaw config updates with automatic backup, validation, and rollback. For agent use - prevents invalid config updates.
Best use case
config-guardian is best used when you need a repeatable AI agent workflow instead of a one-off prompt.
Safe OpenClaw config updates with automatic backup, validation, and rollback. For agent use - prevents invalid config updates.
Teams using config-guardian 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/config-guardian/SKILL.mdinside your project - Restart your AI agent — it will auto-discover the skill
How config-guardian Compares
| Feature / Agent | config-guardian | 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?
Safe OpenClaw config updates with automatic backup, validation, and rollback. For agent use - prevents invalid config updates.
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.
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SKILL.md Source
# Config Guardian ## Overview **For Agent use only.** Safe config updates with automatic backup, validation, and rollback. Prevents the agent from updating non-existent keys or invalid values. ## When to Use Use this skill **every time** you need to update `openclaw.json`. Prevents: - Updating non-existent config keys - Using invalid values - Breaking the gateway with bad config ## Workflow: Atomic Apply (Default) For all config changes - handles everything in one command: ```bash ./scripts/atomic_apply.sh <config_path> <new_value> # Example: ./scripts/atomic_apply.sh "agents.defaults.model.primary" "minimax-portal/MiniMax-M2.5" ``` **What it does:** 1. Creates timestamped backup automatically 2. Applies change via `openclaw config set <path> <value>` 3. Validates with `openclaw doctor --non-interactive` 4. **Auto-rollback** if validation fails 5. Trap ensures rollback even on crash **Backup location:** ``` ~/.openclaw/config-guardian-backups/ ``` ## Guardrails - **Never** restart or apply config without explicit user approval - **Always** use `atomic_apply.sh` - If validation fails -> config auto-rolled back, don't force it ## Scripts | Script | Purpose | |--------|---------| | `atomic_apply.sh` | Default - all-in-one safe apply | | `validate_config.sh` | Validate via OpenClaw doctor | | `restore_config.sh` | Manual restore from backup |
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