⚙️ Basecamp
This skill helps you manage Basecamp projects from the CLI, returning JSON results for cards, todos, messages, docs, and events.
npx playbooks add skill robzolkos/basecamp-cli --skill basecamp
About Basecamp
The Basecamp skill is an automation tool that allows developers to manage Basecamp projects directly from the command line interface, providing results in JSON format for various project elements such as cards, todos, messages, documents, and events. This skill enables seamless interaction with Basecamp projects, making it easier to integrate project management tasks into automated workflows. Developers would use this skill when they need to automate tasks or retrieve project data from Basecamp, streamlining their workflow and increasing productivity.
At 20 words, this compact prompt gives your agent specialized automation & integrations expertise with structured patterns and output formats. Install via CLI or copy the prompt below.
Use Cases
- Building MCP servers and workflow integrations
- Automating repetitive dev tasks with scripts
- Setting up webhook handlers and event pipelines
- Connecting external APIs to AI agent workflows
Example Prompts
System Prompt (20 words)
This skill helps you manage Basecamp projects from the CLI, returning JSON results for cards, todos, messages, docs, and events.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Basecamp?
Basecamp is a free automation & integrations skill for AI coding agents. This skill helps you manage Basecamp projects from the CLI, returning JSON results for cards, todos, messages, docs, and events.. It provides a specialized system prompt that configures your agent with automation & integrations expertise.
How do I use Basecamp with Claude Code?
Run npx playbooks add skill robzolkos/basecamp-cli --skill basecamp in your terminal to install Basecamp into your Claude Code session. It works immediately after installation.
Which AI coding agents work with Basecamp?
Basecamp is compatible with Claude Code, Cursor, GitHub Copilot, Windsurf, OpenClaw, Cline, and any AI agent that supports custom system prompts or .cursorrules files.
Is Basecamp free to use?
Yes, Basecamp is completely free and open source. The full source is available on GitHub at https://github.com/robzolkos/basecamp-cli/tree/main/skills/basecamp. You only need a subscription to the AI agent you use it with.
