/install repo-scout-lab
Repo Scout
Use Repo Scout to turn GitHub repos into research, reports, and build ideas.
Workflow
- Decide the target topic or topic pack.
- Choose the smallest useful command.
- Prefer
--format tablefor quick review,--markdownfor shareable text, and--jsonfor automation. - Save output with
--outwhen the result should be reused.
Core commands
- Search repos:
repo-scout search ... - Generate ideas:
repo-scout ideas ... - Make a report:
repo-scout report ... - Produce a brief:
repo-scout brief ... - Inspect momentum:
repo-scout trending ... - Review saved runs:
repo-scout history ... - Compare runs:
repo-scout diff ... - Build the dashboard:
repo-scout dashboard ... - Run the local app:
repo-scout serve ... - Inspect the library:
repo-scout library ... - Manage watchlist items:
repo-scout bookmark ... - Generate founder outputs:
repo-scout thesis,memo,next-actions,openclaw-prompt
When to use the references
- Read
references/commands.mdfor the full command map. - Use the project’s own docs when you need the exact output shape or a publishable example.
Good defaults
- Use
--topic-packwhen the user wants a fast starting point. - Use
--dayswhen comparing fresh trends. - Use
--limitto keep output focused. - Use the dashboard or HTML report when the result should feel demo-friendly.
Skill intent
This skill is for using Repo Scout itself, not for generic GitHub browsing. If the user wants repo discovery, trend tracking, idea generation, or scouting reports, start here.
- Make sure OpenClaw is installed (local or Docker)
- Run the install command in chat:
/install repo-scout-lab - After installation, invoke the skill by name or use
/repo-scout-lab - Provide required inputs per the skill's parameter spec and get structured output
What is Repo Scout Lab?
Use when the user wants to use Repo Scout or work on the Repo Scout project to search GitHub repos, generate project ideas and reports, compare runs, inspect... It is an AI Agent Skill for Claude Code / OpenClaw, with 61 downloads so far.
How do I install Repo Scout Lab?
Run "/install repo-scout-lab" in the OpenClaw or Claude Code chat to install it in one step — no extra setup required.
Is Repo Scout Lab free?
Yes, Repo Scout Lab is completely free, licensed under MIT-0. You can download, install and use it at no cost.
Which platforms does Repo Scout Lab support?
Repo Scout Lab is cross-platform and runs anywhere OpenClaw / Claude Code is available (cross-platform).
Who created Repo Scout Lab?
It is built and maintained by itsvips (@itsvips); the current version is v1.0.0.