skillcreator or sc) provides terminal access to your local skill runtime. It connects to the same SQLite database as the desktop app.
Installation
The CLI is installed automatically with the desktop app at~/.local/bin/skillcreator.
Verify the installation:
~/.local/bin is in your PATH:
How it works
The CLI communicates with the desktop app’s local RPC server. This means:- The CLI connects to the desktop app’s RPC server when available. If the desktop app is not running, the CLI falls back to a standalone local runtime.
- Changes made via CLI are instantly reflected in the desktop app
- The CLI has access to the same skill library, evals, and runtime data
The CLI uses a token-authenticated connection to the RPC server. The token is stored in
~/Library/Application Support/SkillCreator/skillcreator/runtime.json and managed automatically.Quick reference
| Command | Description |
|---|---|
sc desktop status | Show runtime status and connection info |
sc list | List all skills |
sc show <name> | Show skill details |
sc search <query> | Search skills by keyword |
sc evaluate <name> | Run evals on a skill (alias: sc eval) |
sc doctor | Check skill library health |