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manage-cde

Configure on-demand cloud development environments via Harness MCP v2.

80|16|Updated Mar 11, 2026
Search Tags:#devops#mcp#workspace-templates#cde#cost-controls#cloud-development-environments#auto-hibernation
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/harness/harness-skills --skill manage-cde
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Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: manage-cde
Source: https://github.com/harness/harness-skills/tree/main/skills/manage-cde
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/harness/harness-skills --skill manage-cde

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Enables teams to provision and manage on-demand cloud development environments (CDE) through Harness MCP, reducing setup time and configuration drift by using standardized workspace templates and controlled lifecycles.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • On-demand environment provisioning via MCP v2 for projects and teams.
  • Workspace template creation for different roles (backend, frontend, devops).
  • Auto-hibernation and cost governance to control ongoing spend.
  • Lifecycle management including start/stop triggers and persistent storage options.

Quick Start

Configure a new on-demand CDE for a project using the standard workspace template and apply auto-hibernation rules.

Frequently Asked Questions about manage-cde

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I set up cloud development environments for my team?▼

You can set up cloud development environments by provisioning them on-demand via MCP v2, using standardized workspace templates to reduce setup time and prevent configuration drift across backend, frontend, or devops roles.

How do I manage cloud development environment costs and prevent runaway spend?▼

To manage cloud development environment costs, you can apply auto-hibernation rules and cost governance policies. This controls ongoing spend by automatically stopping idle environments based on configured lifecycle triggers.

Can I create different workspace templates for specific developer roles?▼

Yes, you can create workspace templates tailored for different roles such as backend, frontend, and devops. This ensures teams spin up standardized on-demand cloud development environments specific to their needs.

What is the best way to automate the lifecycle of a cloud dev environment?▼

The best way to automate a cloud dev environment lifecycle is by using MCP v2 to configure start and stop triggers alongside persistent storage options, ensuring environments are only running when actively needed.

Does configuring on-demand dev environments require manual setup for each project?▼

No, configuring on-demand dev environments does not require manual setup for each project. You can apply a standard workspace template via MCP to quickly provision standardized environments with auto-hibernation already enabled.

Why use workspace templates for cloud development environments?▼

Workspace templates are used for cloud development environments to reduce setup time and eliminate configuration drift. They provide standardized configurations that ensure consistency across team members and projects.

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