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Higher-level OSS launch orchestrator that analyzes repos, selects channels, and coordinates launch plans.

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  2. Copy the prompt below and paste it into your agent.
  3. Review the proposed files and risks before you approve installation.
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Source SKILL.md: https://github.com/Varnan-Tech/opendirectory/blob/HEAD/skills/oss-launch-kit/SKILL.md

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First, summarize what it does, its dependencies, license status if identifiable, and any risks. Show the exact files you propose to add under .agents/skills/oss-launch-kit/. Do not write files or run scripts until I approve.

After I approve, install the complete skill folder, including required referenced files, into that project location. Verify it is discoverable, then tell me its actual invocation name and how to use it. Do not claim it is installed until you have verified it.

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OSS Launch Kit (Orchestrator)

The oss-launch-kit is the root orchestration layer for open-source launches in OpenDirectory. It turns a GitHub repository URL into a grounded, coordinated launch strategy.

Rather than just writing generic copy, this skill serves as the Strategic Entry Point: it evaluates readiness, determines channel fitness (Show HN vs. Product Hunt vs. Reddit), and provides the coordination logic needed to use specialized skills effectively.

How it works

  • Project Analysis: Differentiates between CLI tools, libraries, apps, and templates.
  • Launch Readiness: Stronger checks for installation guides, examples, and licenses.
  • Skill Orchestration: Provides hooks and explicit handoffs to show-hn-writer, producthunt-launch-kit, and reddit-post-engine.
  • Coordinated Strategy: A timed checklist for multi-channel launches.
  • Honest Feedback: Proactively flags sparse READMEs and recommends documentation sprints.

When to use

  • Primary Entry Point: Use this first to map out your launch strategy.
  • Readiness Assessment: Determine if your repo is actually ready for high-friction channels.
  • Skill Orchestration: Get hooks and handoffs to specialized skills:
    • show-hn-writer (for technical deep-dives)
    • producthunt-launch-kit (for PH assets and badges)
    • reddit-post-engine (for community-specific variants)
    • tweet-thread-from-blog (for Twitter/X threads)
    • linkedin-post-generator (for LinkedIn posts)
  • Coordinated Strategy: Get a realistic, timed checklist for multiple platforms.