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Subagent Tracker
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austindixson
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· v1.2.0
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Install in OpenClaw
/install subagent-tracker
Description
Say "agent status" and get updates on all subagent progress. Track subagent actions while they run; list active subagents, status, and tail transcripts. Inst...
Usage Guidance
This skill appears to do what it says: it reads your OpenClaw workspace files (sessions.json, runs.json, and per-session transcript JSONL files) to list and tail subagent activity. Before installing, consider: 1) those local files may contain sensitive transcripts or run metadata—only install if you trust the skill and its source; 2) SKILL.md example paths reference /Users/ghost and recommend cloning a GitHub repo — if you follow those manual install steps, verify the repository you clone; 3) the package itself does not contact external services or ask for credentials. If you want extra assurance, inspect the included scripts (scripts/subagent_tracker.py and scripts/test-subagent-tracker.sh) yourself before enabling the skill.
Capability Analysis
Type: OpenClaw Skill
Name: subagent-tracker
Version: 1.2.0
The subagent-tracker skill is a legitimate utility designed to monitor and report the status of OpenClaw subagents. It functions by reading local session metadata and transcript logs from the OpenClaw workspace (e.g., sessions.json and .jsonl files). The Python script (subagent_tracker.py) and accompanying documentation (SKILL.md) contain no evidence of data exfiltration, network activity, or malicious execution. While the documentation includes hardcoded paths (e.g., /Users/ghost/...) and specific instructions for the AI agent's behavior, these appear to be configuration defaults or standard prompt engineering intended to ensure consistent reporting of agent progress rather than malicious prompt injection.
Capability Assessment
Purpose & Capability
Name/description claim to list active subagents, show status, and tail transcripts is consistent with the included Python script and examples. The script reads sessions.json, runs.json, and per-session JSONL transcripts under OPENCLAW_HOME (~/.openclaw by default), which is exactly what this feature needs.
Instruction Scope
SKILL.md instructs running the included Python script and the test shell script; examples reference absolute user paths (e.g. /Users/ghost/...) and recommend cloning from GitHub or using ClawHub. Those absolute example paths are harmless but environment-specific; otherwise the runtime instructions stay within the stated scope (they only read OpenClaw session/run/transcript files).
Install Mechanism
There is no install spec in the package (instruction-only install). SKILL.md suggests installing ClawHub or cloning a GitHub repo; the skill bundle already contains the scripts so no automatic remote download is required. The suggestion to clone from GitHub is informational — not enforced — but be aware that following that instruction would fetch code from an external repo.
Credentials
The package declares no required environment variables or credentials. The code optionally honors OPENCLAW_HOME (reasonable) and otherwise reads files under the user's OpenClaw home (~/.openclaw). That file access is proportional to the skill's purpose (tracking subagents) but does mean the skill can read transcripts and run metadata stored locally.
Persistence & Privilege
The skill does not request persistent/always-on privileges (always: false), does not modify other skills or global agent config, and contains no self-enabling logic. It runs only when invoked.
How to Use
- Make sure OpenClaw is installed (local or Docker)
- Run the install command in chat:
/install subagent-tracker - After installation, invoke the skill by name or use
/subagent-tracker - Provide required inputs per the skill's parameter spec and get structured output
Version History
v1.2.0
- Adds detailed usage instructions and command examples for querying active subagents, viewing status, and tailing transcripts.
- Introduces new orchestration guidance: reply with a single summarized block of active subagents when users request status or progress.
- Documents a duplicate-prevention command (`check-duplicate`) to avoid starting the same task multiple times.
- Clarifies troubleshooting steps for cases where sub-agents appear to not return results in chat, including orchestrator recommendations.
- Expands benefit explanations and recommended scenarios, especially for power users handling multiple concurrent tasks.
- Emphasizes that the TUI does not show live subagent indicators—this skill is required for real-time subagent tracking.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Subagent Tracker?
Say "agent status" and get updates on all subagent progress. Track subagent actions while they run; list active subagents, status, and tail transcripts. Inst... It is an AI Agent Skill for Claude Code / OpenClaw, with 275 downloads so far.
How do I install Subagent Tracker?
Run "/install subagent-tracker" in the OpenClaw or Claude Code chat to install it in one step — no extra setup required.
Is Subagent Tracker free?
Yes, Subagent Tracker is completely free (open-source). You can download, install and use it at no cost.
Which platforms does Subagent Tracker support?
Subagent Tracker is cross-platform and runs anywhere OpenClaw / Claude Code is available (cross-platform).
Who created Subagent Tracker?
It is built and maintained by austindixson (@austindixson); the current version is v1.2.0.
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