ask
Process-first advisor routing for Claude, Codex, or Gemini via `omc ask`, with artifact capture and no raw CLI assembly
Best use case
ask is best used when you need a repeatable AI agent workflow instead of a one-off prompt. It is especially useful for teams working in multi. Process-first advisor routing for Claude, Codex, or Gemini via `omc ask`, with artifact capture and no raw CLI assembly
Process-first advisor routing for Claude, Codex, or Gemini via `omc ask`, with artifact capture and no raw CLI assembly
Users should expect a more consistent workflow output, faster repeated execution, and less time spent rewriting prompts from scratch.
Practical example
Example input
Use the "ask" skill to help with this workflow task. Context: Process-first advisor routing for Claude, Codex, or Gemini via `omc ask`, with artifact capture and no raw CLI assembly
Example output
A structured workflow result with clearer steps, more consistent formatting, and an output that is easier to reuse in the next run.
When to use this skill
- Use this skill when you want a reusable workflow rather than writing the same prompt again and again.
When not to use this skill
- Do not use this when you only need a one-off answer and do not need a reusable workflow.
- Do not use it if you cannot install or maintain the related files, repository context, or supporting tools.
Installation
Claude Code / Cursor / Codex
Manual Installation
- Download SKILL.md from GitHub
- Place it in
.claude/skills/ask/SKILL.mdinside your project - Restart your AI agent — it will auto-discover the skill
How ask Compares
| Feature / Agent | ask | 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?
Process-first advisor routing for Claude, Codex, or Gemini via `omc ask`, with artifact capture and no raw CLI assembly
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
# Ask
Use OMC's canonical advisor skill to route a prompt through the local Claude, Codex, or Gemini CLI and persist the result as an ask artifact.
## Usage
```bash
/oh-my-claudecode:ask <claude|codex|gemini> <question or task>
```
Examples:
```bash
/oh-my-claudecode:ask codex "review this patch from a security perspective"
/oh-my-claudecode:ask gemini "suggest UX improvements for this flow"
/oh-my-claudecode:ask claude "draft an implementation plan for issue #123"
```
## Routing
**Required execution path — always use this command:**
```bash
omc ask {{ARGUMENTS}}
```
**Do NOT manually construct raw provider CLI commands.** Never run `codex`, `claude`, or `gemini` directly to fulfill this skill. The `omc ask` wrapper handles correct flag selection, artifact persistence, and provider-version compatibility automatically. Manually assembling provider CLI flags will produce incorrect or outdated invocations.
## Requirements
- The selected local CLI must be installed and authenticated.
- Verify availability with the matching command:
```bash
claude --version
codex --version
gemini --version
```
## Artifacts
`omc ask` writes artifacts to:
```text
.omc/artifacts/ask/<provider>-<slug>-<timestamp>.md
```
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