cfn-utilities
About
The cfn-utilities skill provides reusable bash functions for structured logging, error handling, retry logic, and atomic file operations. Use it when you need standardized JSON logging, exponential backoff for retries, or safe file writes in your bash scripts. It's a zero-dependency utility designed for consistent behavior across CFN Loop system scripts.
Quick Install
Claude Code
Recommendednpx skills add mattnigh/skills_collection -a claude-code/plugin add https://github.com/mattnigh/skills_collectiongit clone https://github.com/mattnigh/skills_collection.git ~/.claude/skills/cfn-utilitiesCopy and paste this command in Claude Code to install this skill
GitHub Repository
Frequently asked questions
What is the cfn-utilities skill?
cfn-utilities is a Claude Skill by mattnigh. Skills package instructions and resources that Claude loads on demand, so Claude can perform cfn-utilities-related tasks without extra prompting.
How do I install cfn-utilities?
Use the install commands on this page: add cfn-utilities to Claude Code as a plugin, or clone its repository into your skills directory, then restart Claude so it picks up the skill.
What category does cfn-utilities belong to?
cfn-utilities is in the utilities category, tagged bash, logging, error-handling, retry, file-operations and utilities.
Is cfn-utilities free to use?
Yes. cfn-utilities is listed on AIMCP and free to install. It runs inside Claude, so no separate service account is required to use the skill itself.
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