heartbeat-generator

Translate user rhythms into HEARTBEAT.md checklists and cron schedules.

4|1|Updated Apr 11, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/m2ai-portfolio/m2ai-skills-pack --skill heartbeat-generator
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
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Skill: heartbeat-generator
Source: https://github.com/m2ai-portfolio/m2ai-skills-pack/tree/main/skills/heartbeat-generator
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/m2ai-portfolio/m2ai-skills-pack --skill heartbeat-generator

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Converts user-described operating rhythms into actionable HEARTBEAT.md checklists and cron-based schedules to automate recurring agent tasks, reducing manual schedule translation.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Rhythm extraction: derive daily, weekly, and monthly patterns from structured rhythms, CLAUDE.md, or natural language.
  • Heartbeat & cron generation: produce a human-readable HEARTBEAT.md and machine-executable cron entries.
  • Phase-driven workflow: handles rhythm extraction, schedule design, validation, and artifact generation for agent platforms.

Quick Start

Instruct the skill with a rhythm description like "Every weekday at 09:00, schedule morning checks," to generate HEARTBEAT.md and cron entries.

Frequently Asked Questions about heartbeat-generator

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

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How do I convert natural language rhythms into cron schedules for agent automation?▼

This Skill extracts daily, weekly, and monthly rhythm patterns from natural language or structured data and translates them into machine-executable cron entries alongside a human-readable HEARTBEAT.md checklist for agent task automation.

What is a HEARTBEAT.md checklist and when do I need it for recurring tasks?▼

A HEARTBEAT.md checklist is a human-readable schedule artifact generated from your operating rhythms. You need it when configuring recurring agent tasks to bridge natural language scheduling patterns with executable cron automation.

Can I generate cron schedules from CLAUDE.md or structured rhythm data?▼

Yes, you can generate cron schedules from CLAUDE.md or structured rhythm data. The Skill handles rhythm extraction from these formats and maps them into validated, machine-executable cron entries for agent platforms.

How do I handle timezone conflicts and validation when creating cron schedules?▼

To handle timezone conflicts and validation, the Skill applies timezone handling and conflict detection during its phase-driven workflow, ensuring generated cron schedules are validated before producing the final HEARTBEAT.md artifacts.

Do I need any dependencies to generate HEARTBEAT schedules from operating rhythms?▼

No, you do not need any dependencies to generate HEARTBEAT schedules. The Skill operates independently to extract rhythms, design schedules, validate conflicts, and output HEARTBEAT.md and cron entries.