system-info

Collects OS, Python version, hostname and more into a JSON snapshot via script.

Updated Mar 9, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/gyChen-3725/myskills --skill system-info-gychen-3725
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: system-info
Source: https://github.com/gyChen-3725/myskills/tree/main/.claude/skills/system-info
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/gyChen-3725/myskills --skill system-info-gychen-3725

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

Manual system information gathering is error-prone and time-consuming; this Skill provides an automated way to collect essential system details quickly.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Collect OS, OS version, Python version, hostname, machine, processor, and current time.
  • Provide a JSON-formatted snapshot suitable for diagnostics pipelines and inventory records.
  • Simple invocation within development and operations workflows to obtain a reproducible system profile.

Quick Start

Run get_system_info.py to retrieve a JSON snapshot of the current system.

Frequently Asked Questions about system-info

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I collect system information like OS version and hostname using Python?▼

You can collect system information by running a Python script that gathers OS, OS version, Python version, hostname, machine, processor, and current time. It outputs a JSON object containing these environment details for your diagnostics or inventory needs.

What is the best way to get a quick JSON snapshot of hardware and environment details in a containerized environment?▼

Getting a JSON snapshot of hardware and environment details in a containerized environment is done by running a Python script. It retrieves OS, Python version, hostname, machine, and processor data, outputting a concise JSON profile suitable for reproducible system checks.

Can I use a Python script to gather system diagnostics for a server fleet?▼

Yes, you can use a Python script to gather system diagnostics for a server fleet. It runs quickly to collect OS, OS version, Python version, hostname, machine, processor, and current time, returning a JSON object that fits easily into automated diagnostics pipelines.

How does the script handle system information collection when there is a failure?▼

When system information collection encounters a failure, the script prints an error object instead of the standard JSON profile. This allows you to quickly identify issues within your local development, server fleet, or containerized environment workflows.

Do I need any external dependencies to retrieve a system profile with Python?▼

No external dependencies are required to retrieve a system profile with Python. The script operates independently to collect OS, Python version, hostname, machine, processor, and current time, outputting the results directly as a JSON object.

What system details can I inventory from my local development environment?▼

From your local development environment, you can inventory the OS, OS version, Python version, hostname, machine, processor, and current time. The script formats these details into a JSON object, providing a reproducible system profile for your records.