📋 Nix

Nix commands and package management guide. Use when: - Running nix build, nix run - Adding custom packages - Using nurl for hash acquisition

QUICK INSTALL
npx playbooks add skill i9wa4/dotfiles --skill nix

About Nix

Nix commands and package management guide. Use when: - Running nix build, nix run - Adding custom packages - Using nurl for hash acquisition

The 24-word prompt provides structured developer workflow guidance — covering detailed methodology and consistent output formats. Install it in one command.

Use Cases

  • Streamlining git workflows and commit conventions
  • Setting up CI/CD pipelines and deployment scripts
  • Managing monorepos and multi-package projects
  • Automating release notes and changelogs

Example Prompts

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System Prompt (24 words)

Nix commands and package management guide. Use when: - Running nix build, nix run - Adding custom packages - Using nurl for hash acquisition

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Nix?

Nix is a free developer workflow skill for AI coding agents. Nix commands and package management guide. Use when: - Running nix build, nix run - Adding custom packages - Using nurl for hash acquisition. It provides a specialized system prompt that configures your agent with developer workflow expertise.

How do I use Nix with Claude Code?

Run npx playbooks add skill i9wa4/dotfiles --skill nix in your terminal to install Nix into your Claude Code session. It works immediately after installation.

Which AI coding agents work with Nix?

Nix is compatible with Claude Code, Cursor, GitHub Copilot, Windsurf, OpenClaw, Cline, and any AI agent that supports custom system prompts or .cursorrules files.

Is Nix free to use?

Yes, Nix is completely free and open source. The full source is available on GitHub at https://github.com/i9wa4/dotfiles/tree/main/config/claude/skills/nix. You only need a subscription to the AI agent you use it with.

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