Best use case
idempotent-redundancy is best used when you need a repeatable AI agent workflow instead of a one-off prompt.
Idempotent Redundancy
Teams using idempotent-redundancy 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/idempotent-redundancy/SKILL.mdinside your project - Restart your AI agent — it will auto-discover the skill
How idempotent-redundancy Compares
| Feature / Agent | idempotent-redundancy | 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?
Idempotent Redundancy
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
# Idempotent Redundancy When adding redundant paths (fallbacks, belt-and-suspenders), make them idempotent. ## Pattern Redundancy without idempotency causes loops, churn, or data corruption. ## DO - Use `_is_merge: true` for Braintrust updates - Check if value exists before writing (fallback only if missing) - Use atomic write/rename for file operations - Make reconciliation steps safe to run repeatedly ## DON'T - Write unconditionally in fallback paths - Allow multiple writers to overwrite each other - Fire "repair" actions that can trigger more repairs ## Source Sessions - a541f08a: "Redundancy is good only if idempotent" - 1c21e6c8: "Belt-and-suspenders, but make it idempotent" - 6a9f2d7a: "Idempotent repair hooks"
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