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/install project-heartbeat
Description
Design controlled continuation loops for long-running projects. Use when a task is too large for one session, benefits from periodic wake-ups, and needs expl...
Usage Guidance
This skill appears coherent and low-risk: review the two included Python scripts (they only read local project files and print guidance) and ensure you run them against the intended project directory. Note the SKILL.md mentions optional announce delivery via Telegram — if you enable that feature you'll need to configure a Telegram channel/token elsewhere; the skill does not request those credentials itself. Pick reasonable cadence values (30s is aggressive for many projects) and ensure HEARTBEAT-LOG.md / STATE.md / TODO.md are not placed in directories with sensitive or private data you don't want automated agents touching.
Capability Assessment
Purpose & Capability
Name/description match the included artifacts and scripts. The two Python scripts and SKILL.md operate on project-local files (STATE.md, TODO.md, HEARTBEAT-LOG.md, PENDING-DECISIONS.md) which are directly relevant to a 'project heartbeat' capability.
Instruction Scope
Instructions focus on designing cadence, continuation rules, and writing durable artifacts in the project tree. The SKILL.md contains an advisory about announce-mode cron delivery (Telegram) and mentions config keys, but it does not instruct accessing system-wide secrets or remotely exfiltrating data. This is an optional integration note rather than a hard requirement.
Install Mechanism
No install spec; instruction-only with two small helper scripts. Nothing is downloaded or written to system paths by an installer.
Credentials
The skill declares no required env vars or credentials. The only external-integration reference (Telegram announce delivery) is optional and not required for core functionality; the skill does not request tokens or other secrets.
Persistence & Privilege
always is false and the skill does not request persistent/privileged presence, nor does it modify other skills or system-wide configs. Autonomous invocation is allowed (platform default) and appropriate for the skill's purpose.
How to Use
- Make sure OpenClaw is installed (local or Docker)
- Run the install command in chat:
/install project-heartbeat - After installation, invoke the skill by name or use
/project-heartbeat - Provide required inputs per the skill's parameter spec and get structured output
Version History
v0.4.1
Remove TODO/todo false-positive wording, rename deferred backlog reference, and keep release-auditor preflight clean.
v0.4.0
Add prePublishChecks + homepage metadata, document strategic heartbeat mode for long-horizon system projects, and clarify when waiting-human should not apply.
v0.3.0
Add cron feedback delivery note: webchat does not support announce mode, Telegram required for live feedback.
v0.2.0
Add cadence guide with 30s recommendation; explain why shorter intervals reduce dead air when skip-on-in-progress is active.
v0.1.0
Initial release: fit check, cadence planning, hard stop/soft block boundaries, continuation integrity, summary + handoff contract, resume protocol.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Project Heartbeat?
Design controlled continuation loops for long-running projects. Use when a task is too large for one session, benefits from periodic wake-ups, and needs expl... It is an AI Agent Skill for Claude Code / OpenClaw, with 195 downloads so far.
How do I install Project Heartbeat?
Run "/install project-heartbeat" in the OpenClaw or Claude Code chat to install it in one step — no extra setup required.
Is Project Heartbeat free?
Yes, Project Heartbeat is completely free, licensed under MIT-0. You can download, install and use it at no cost.
Which platforms does Project Heartbeat support?
Project Heartbeat is cross-platform and runs anywhere OpenClaw / Claude Code is available (cross-platform).
Who created Project Heartbeat?
It is built and maintained by wuu Dao (@daowuu); the current version is v0.4.1.
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