- name
- nix-mode
- description
- Handle Clawdbot operations in Nix mode (configuration management, environment detection).
- metadata
- {"clawdbot":{"emoji":"❄️","requires":{"bins":["nix","bash"],"envs":["CLAWDBOT_NIX_MODE"]},"install":[]}}
Clawdbot Nix Mode Skill
This skill handles Clawdbot operations specifically when running in Nix mode.
Nix Mode Specific Features
Environment Detection
- Detect when
CLAWDBOT_NIX_MODE=1is set - Identify Nix-managed configuration paths
- Recognize Nix-specific error messages and behaviors
Configuration Management
- Understand that auto-install flows are disabled in Nix mode
- Guide users to proper Nix package management
- Explain why certain self-modification features are unavailable
Path Handling
- Recognize Nix store paths
- Understand the difference between config and state directories
- Handle
CLAWDBOT_CONFIG_PATHandCLAWDBOT_STATE_DIRappropriately
Troubleshooting
- Identify Nix-specific remediation messages
- Guide users to proper dependency management via Nix
- Explain the read-only Nix mode banner behavior
Usage Guidelines
When operating in Nix mode:
- Do not attempt to auto-install dependencies
- Direct users to Nix package management instead
- Respect the immutable nature of Nix installations
- Advise on proper configuration practices for Nix environments