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OpenAlexandria

by havneco · GitHub ↗ · v0.2.0
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Install in OpenClaw
/install openalexandria
Description
Query and submit artifacts to the OpenAlexandria federated knowledge protocol (reference node by default).
Usage Guidance
This skill appears to implement exactly what it advertises. Before installing: (1) verify you trust the default node URL or set OPENALEXANDRIA_BASE_URL to a node you control; (2) never submit sensitive data — submissions send whatever JSON you provide to a remote server; (3) store your OPENALEXANDRIA_API_KEY securely and avoid exposing it to agents you don't fully trust; (4) consider disabling autonomous invocation for agents that have access to this skill if you want to prevent automated submissions; and (5) note that the source/homepage is unknown — if you need stronger assurance, inspect the included Python file locally or ask the publisher for provenance.
Capability Analysis
Type: OpenClaw Skill Name: openalexandria Version: 0.2.0 The skill bundle provides a client for the OpenAlexandria protocol, allowing agents to query and submit JSON artifacts to a federated knowledge base. The `SKILL.md` clearly outlines the skill's purpose and usage without any prompt injection attempts. The `openalexandria_cli.py` script uses standard Python libraries (`urllib.request`, `json`, `os`) to perform HTTP requests and handle JSON data. It reads API keys from environment variables and allows submitting user-specified JSON files. All network interactions are to the declared OpenAlexandria endpoints, and there is no evidence of data exfiltration, malicious execution, persistence mechanisms, or obfuscation. The functionality is entirely aligned with its stated purpose.
Capability Assessment
Purpose & Capability
Name/description match the included Python CLI and SKILL.md. Only runtime requirement is python3 and optional environment vars (OPENALEXANDRIA_BASE_URL, OPENALEXANDRIA_API_KEY) which are appropriate for querying and submitting to a remote node.
Instruction Scope
SKILL.md and the CLI limit actions to HTTP GET/POST calls to the declared base URL and reading a JSON bundle from a specified file or stdin for submissions. The instructions do not read other system files or unrelated env vars. Note: submissions transmit whatever JSON you provide to the remote node — do not submit secrets or sensitive data.
Install Mechanism
No install spec; the skill is instruction-only with a small included Python script. There are no downloads, package installs, or archive extraction steps in the manifest.
Credentials
No required credentials are declared. The optional OPENALEXANDRIA_API_KEY (for submit/whoami) and OPENALEXANDRIA_BASE_URL (to override the node) are proportional and expected for this functionality.
Persistence & Privilege
always:false (normal) and the skill does not modify other skills or system config. However, because the agent may invoke the skill autonomously and the skill can submit user-provided bundles to an external node, consider limiting autonomous use or restricting the API key's scope to prevent accidental or unwanted data submission.
How to Use
  1. Make sure OpenClaw is installed (local or Docker)
  2. Run the install command in chat: /install openalexandria
  3. After installation, invoke the skill by name or use /openalexandria
  4. Provide required inputs per the skill's parameter spec and get structured output
Version History
v0.2.0
Phase 2: API-key based submissions (library cards), whoami + submission status, updated docs/examples.
Metadata
Slug openalexandria
Version 0.2.0
License
All-time Installs 0
Active Installs 0
Total Versions 1
Frequently Asked Questions

What is OpenAlexandria?

Query and submit artifacts to the OpenAlexandria federated knowledge protocol (reference node by default). It is an AI Agent Skill for Claude Code / OpenClaw, with 1069 downloads so far.

How do I install OpenAlexandria?

Run "/install openalexandria" in the OpenClaw or Claude Code chat to install it in one step — no extra setup required.

Is OpenAlexandria free?

Yes, OpenAlexandria is completely free (open-source). You can download, install and use it at no cost.

Which platforms does OpenAlexandria support?

OpenAlexandria is cross-platform and runs anywhere OpenClaw / Claude Code is available (cross-platform).

Who created OpenAlexandria?

It is built and maintained by havneco (@havneco); the current version is v0.2.0.

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