This is a curated directory of 93 "agent skills" - prebuilt AI-powered tools and workflows organized for non-developers across categories like Automation, Design & Creative, Documents, Writing, Marketing & Growth, Product Management, Business Operations, Productivity, Knowledge & Research, and AI Tools. Each entry lists a creator, a short description, and a "See how it works" demo, with an option to submit new skills. The catalogue emphasizes ready-to-run capabilities rather than toy demos, aiming to let users plug in workflows, content generators, and document editors without coding.
Specific offerings include automation that runs on schedules or triggers (Script.it natural-language workflows, Google Workspace event triggers, WhatsApp automation, AI-driven inbox responders), design tools for video editing, launch videos, generative art, brand systems, diagrams and theme generators, and numerous document skills (Excel creators with formulas and macros, PDF editors, Google Docs/Slides managers, presentation generators). Writing and editorial skills span academic and news workflows, article-to-video scripts, humanizing AI text, fact-checking, newsletters, and prose critique. The directory highlights practical integrations and file outputs (MP4, PPTX, PDFs, editable draw.io files) so teams can quickly automate tasks, produce branded assets, and streamline content and data work.
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Writing has traditionally served as proof of work, effort, and understanding within tech companies, often used to demonstrate compliance, effort, or knowledge. However, large language models now challenge this practice by generating plausible content quickly, reducing the value of writing as evidence of genuine work or learning. (seangoedecke.com)
Lobste.rs has deactivated the 'Vibecoding' tag and updated site guidelines to focus on respectful, high-quality content related to computing. The changes emphasize discussions on the purpose and challenges of code, rather than self-promotion or low-effort submissions. (lobste.rs)
Autodesk applied to trademark the term (colo.to)
US retailers are increasingly using AI-assisted pricing tools to adjust prices dynamically based on consumer data. This practice raises concerns about consumer privacy and the transparency of pricing strategies. (apnews.com)
The United States has issued a warning to Europe regarding restrictions on Starlink satellite internet services. The dispute involves regulatory or policy disagreements over the use of Starlink in European countries. (ft.com)
Websites like OpenAI, Meta, and Google are restricting access to their services for AI agents. These companies want to control how AI interacts with their platforms, limiting automation and integration. (theverge.com)
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