alive-load

Load a walnut's kernel files and surface one observation with a next action.

124|7|Updated Feb 19, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/alivecontext/alive --skill alive-load
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: alive-load
Source: https://github.com/alivecontext/alive/tree/main/hermes/hermes-skills/alive-load
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/alivecontext/alive --skill alive-load

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Load a walnut's context, read its kernel files, surface one observation, and prompt for the next action.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Read the walnut's kernel files: _kernel/key.md, _kernel/now.json, and _kernel/insights.md.
  • Surface a single observation and propose the next action to take.
  • Guide the user to select the next bundle or task for immediate work.

Quick Start

Load a named walnut to read its kernel, surface a single observation, and decide what to work on next.

Frequently Asked Questions about alive-load

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I load context and surface insights for my current workflow?▼

To load context and surface insights, the Skill reads kernel files like _kernel/key.md, _kernel/insights.md, and now.json. It evaluates the current workflow state to present a single observation and a recommended next action.

What is the best way to decide what task to work on next from my project context?▼

Deciding what task to work on next involves loading project context and resolving named people to identify a single next action or bundle. The Skill surfaces one observation from your kernel files to guide your immediate workflow selection.

How does reading kernel files help surface a current project state?▼

Reading kernel files helps surface the current project state by parsing key.md, now.json, and insights.md. This mechanism extracts current context and applies it to named elements to generate a quick assessment of your workflow.

Can I use this to resolve people and identify a specific next action?▼

Yes, you can use this to resolve people and identify a specific next action. The Skill applies loaded context to named elements, reading kernel insights to pinpoint a single bundle or task for immediate work.

Do I need specific kernel files like now.json to assess my workflow context?▼

Yes, you need specific kernel files like now.json to assess your workflow context. The Skill operates by reading _kernel/now.json, key.md, and insights.md to successfully surface observations and recommend next actions.