ponytail-help
The ponytail-help skill provides a reference card for the ponytail suite of tools, including mode definitions, command triggers, and configuration instructions.
Is ponytail-help safe to install?
Safe to install: our audit of ponytail-help's source files found 5 shell commands, 1 external URL, no file writes (none risk). Every command and URL listed appears verbatim in the skill's source. The skill acts as a static reference card and does not perform automated file operations or network requests during its primary help display function.
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Who is this skill for?
Developers using the ponytail toolset within Claude Code, OpenCode, or Codex environments.
What can you do with it?
- Displaying a quick-reference guide for ponytail modes and commands.
- Configuring default ponytail modes via environment variables or JSON configuration files.
- Updating the ponytail plugin through marketplace or command-line interfaces.
How good is this skill?
Quality score: 5/10. The skill documentation is clear, provides specific configuration paths, and accurately lists command triggers for various environments.
What does the skill file contain?
# Ponytail Help Display this reference card when invoked. One-shot, do NOT change mode, write flag files, or persist anything. ## Levels | Level | Trigger | What change | |-------|---------|-------------| | **Lite** | `/ponytail lite` | Build what's asked, name the lazier alternative in one line. | | **Full** | `/ponytail` | The ladder enforced: YAGNI → stdlib → native → one line → minimum. Default. | | **Ultra** | `/ponytail ultra` | YAGNI extremist. Deletion before addition. Challenges requirements before building. | Level sticks until changed or session end. ## Skills | Skill | Trigge...
Frequently asked questions
How do I change the default ponytail mode?
Set the PONYTAIL_DEFAULT_MODE environment variable or modify the defaultMode field in ~/.config/ponytail/config.json.
How do I deactivate ponytail mode?
Use the command /ponytail off, or say stop ponytail or normal mode.
What is the difference between Lite, Full, and Ultra modes?
Lite provides the simplest solution with a lazy alternative, Full enforces a YAGNI-based ladder, and Ultra prioritizes deletion and challenges requirements.
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