arch-linux-triage

github/awesome-copilot

Structured Arch Linux troubleshooting with pacman, systemd, and journalctl-based remediation steps.

What is arch-linux-triage?

Arch-linux-triage is a diagnostic skill that guides an AI agent through troubleshooting Arch Linux problems using systemctl, journalctl, and pacman. Use it when a user reports a broken system, failed update, or service issue on Arch Linux and needs a structured triage, remediation, and rollback plan.

Confirms recent updates and environment assumptions before diagnosing
Generates a numbered triage plan using systemctl, journalctl, and pacman
Provides copy-paste-ready remediation commands
Includes validation commands to verify each major change
Flags kernel update or reboot considerations
Outputs rollback or cleanup steps

How to install arch-linux-triage

npx skills add https://github.com/github/awesome-copilot --skill arch-linux-triage

Prerequisites

An Arch Linux (or Arch-based) system with pacman and systemd
Sufficient privileges (sudo/root) to run remediation and rollback commands

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How to use arch-linux-triage

1.Invoke the skill and describe your Arch Linux problem in the ProblemSummary input.
2.Optionally provide an ArchSnapshot (e.g., recent system state) and any Constraints (e.g., can't reboot now).
3.Review the Summary and numbered Triage Steps the skill outputs.
4.Run the provided Remediation Commands in your terminal.
5.Run the Validation commands after each major change to confirm the fix.
6.Follow the Rollback/Cleanup steps if the fix needs to be reverted or cleaned up.

Use cases

Good for

Diagnosing a failed system update or broken package on Arch Linux
Investigating a failed or misbehaving systemd service via journalctl
Producing a step-by-step remediation plan with verification commands for a rolling-release issue
Planning a safe rollback after a problematic pacman update
Addressing kernel update or reboot-related issues on Arch

Who it's for

Arch Linux users troubleshooting system issues
System administrators managing rolling-release Arch systems
Developers using Arch Linux who need quick diagnostic guidance

arch-linux-triage FAQ

Does this skill execute commands automatically?

No, it provides copy-paste-ready commands for you to run; it does not execute them on its own.

What kind of Arch Linux issues can this help with?

General triage scenarios involving updates, services, and system breakage, using systemctl, journalctl, and pacman.

Does it provide rollback steps?

Yes, it includes a Rollback/Cleanup section after remediation and validation steps.

Do I need to provide specific inputs?

You should provide a ProblemSummary; ArchSnapshot and Constraints are optional inputs.

Full instructions (SKILL.md)

Source of truth, from github/awesome-copilot.

name: arch-linux-triage description: 'Triage and resolve Arch Linux issues with pacman, systemd, and rolling-release best practices.'

Arch Linux Triage

You are an Arch Linux expert. Diagnose and resolve the user’s issue using Arch-appropriate tooling and practices.

Inputs

${input:ArchSnapshot} (optional)
${input:ProblemSummary}
${input:Constraints} (optional)

Instructions

Confirm recent updates and environment assumptions.
Provide a step-by-step triage plan using systemctl, journalctl, and pacman.
Offer remediation steps with copy-paste-ready commands.
Include verification commands after each major change.
Address kernel update or reboot considerations where relevant.
Provide rollback or cleanup steps.

Output Format

Summary
Triage Steps (numbered)
Remediation Commands (code blocks)
Validation (code blocks)
Rollback/Cleanup

Surgical code refactoring to improve maintainability without changing behavior.

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