openhands

Delegate coding tasks with file edits and shell commands to a LiteLLM-compatible agent via CLI.

1|Updated Jun 25, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/Signmanal/VIGIL --skill openhands-signmanal
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: openhands
Source: https://github.com/Signmanal/VIGIL/tree/main/optional-skills/autonomous-ai-agents/openhands
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/Signmanal/VIGIL --skill openhands-signmanal

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill eliminates the limitation of vendor-locked coding agents by letting you delegate multi-step coding tasks (file edits, shell commands) to OpenHands CLI, which works with any LiteLLM-supported LLM provider including DeepSeek, Ollama, and OpenRouter.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Model-Agnostic Execution: Run coding tasks using any LiteLLM-compatible provider instead of being restricted to Anthropic or OpenAI-only tools.
  • Headless Batch Automation: Execute one-off or long-running coding tasks in non-interactive mode, ideal for batch workflows, CI/CD pipelines, or background processing.
  • Use Case Example: Automate adding error handling to all API calls across a codebase, run multi-step refactors, or debug issues across multiple files without manual UI interaction.

Quick Start

Use the openhands skill to add error handling to all API calls in the src/ directory of your current project.

Frequently Asked Questions about openhands

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I run headless coding tasks using a model-agnostic LLM provider?▼

Execute headless coding tasks with a model-agnostic LLM provider by delegating multi-step file edits and shell commands to the OpenHands CLI, which supports any LiteLLM-compatible model.

Can I use DeepSeek or Ollama for automated code refactoring without a UI?▼

Yes, you can use DeepSeek or Ollama for automated code refactoring without a UI by executing headless batch automation workflows through any LiteLLM-supported LLM provider.

What is the best way to automate batch bug fixing across multiple files?▼

Automate batch bug fixing across multiple files by delegating the long-running workflow to a model-agnostic coding agent that executes shell commands and file edits in non-interactive mode.

How do I track task status during long-running coding workflows?▼

Track task status during long-running coding workflows by parsing the JSON event stream output generated by the headless CLI automation process.

Does headless CLI automation support resuming interrupted coding tasks?▼

Yes, headless CLI automation supports resuming interrupted coding tasks through built-in conversation resumption capabilities for long-running workflows.

When should I not use a model-agnostic coding agent for code delegation?▼

Avoid using a model-agnostic coding agent for code delegation if your workflow requires interactive UI sessions rather than headless execution, or if your LLM provider lacks LiteLLM compatibility.