pi-processes

name: pi-processes description: Manage long-running commands in the background with the process tool. Use when a task needs a dev server, test watcher, build watcher, local API, or log tail to keep running while the conversation continues.

pi-processes

Use this skill when work needs a long-running command to stay alive while Pi continues with other steps.

Prefer this workflow

• Use the process tool for long-running commands.
• Avoid shell background patterns when the process tool fits.
• Give processes stable, clear names.
• Continue the task after starting a process instead of waiting on it.
• Inspect output or log files only when needed.
• Kill and clear processes when they are no longer useful.

Good fits

• pnpm dev
• npm run server
• pnpm test --watch
• tail -f <logfile>
• local preview or build watchers

Typical flow

1. Start the long-running command with a clear name.
2. Continue the main task.
3. Inspect output or logs if something needs attention.
4. Use alert flags when success or failure should trigger a follow-up turn.
5. Kill and clear the process when done.

Notes

• Users can inspect and manage running processes from /ps.
• Use write when a process expects stdin input.
• Use output for a quick tail and logs when the full log files are more useful.