serverless-modal

Run GPU workloads on Modal serverless cloud with local-first execution.

Updated Jul 6, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/caw111/2026-SoftwareCup --skill serverless-modal-caw111
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: serverless-modal
Source: https://github.com/caw111/2026-SoftwareCup/tree/main/.agents/skills/serverless-modal
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/caw111/2026-SoftwareCup --skill serverless-modal-caw111

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill requires modal, and includes scripts (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill allows users to run GPU workloads on Modal, a serverless GPU cloud platform, without the need for complex setup or management.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Zero-Config Serverless: No SSH, no Docker, auto scale-to-zero, billing stops when the code finishes.
  • Local-First Execution: Run tasks from your laptop, keeping code, data, and results local.
  • Reproducible Environments: Dependencies declared in code, not system-level packages.
  • Cost Estimation: Before every run, estimate cost and show to user for confirmation.
  • Use Case: Ideal for users without a local GPU who need to debug CUDA code, run small-scale tests, or iterate quickly on experiments.

Quick Start

Use the serverless-modal skill to run a GPU workload on Modal. For example, 'modal run "train my model"'

Frequently Asked Questions about serverless-modal

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

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How do I run GPU workloads without a local GPU for CUDA debugging?▼

To run GPU workloads without a local GPU, this Skill automates execution on the Modal serverless GPU cloud platform. It provides zero-config serverless computing, enabling local-first execution for CUDA debugging and quick experiments without managing SSH or Docker.

What is the best way to estimate serverless GPU computing costs before running code?▼

The best way to estimate serverless GPU computing costs is using this Skill's built-in cost estimation feature. Before every run, it calculates and shows the estimated cost to the user for confirmation, ensuring you are aware of expenses before execution.

Can I execute remote computing tasks locally while keeping my data and code on my laptop?▼

Yes, you can execute remote computing tasks locally while keeping code, data, and results on your laptop. This Skill uses a local-first execution model on the Modal platform, ensuring your files remain local while leveraging remote serverless GPUs.

Do I need to manually configure Docker or SSH for serverless GPU computing?▼

No, you do not need to manually configure Docker or SSH for serverless GPU computing. This Skill provides a zero-config environment with auto scale-to-zero capabilities, where dependencies are declared in code and billing stops when execution finishes.

How do I ensure reproducible environments for small-scale GPU tests?▼

To ensure reproducible environments for small-scale GPU tests, this Skill declares dependencies directly in code rather than relying on system-level packages. This approach guarantees consistent execution environments across different runs on the Modal platform.