cli-mastery

github/awesome-copilot

Interactive training for GitHub Copilot CLI with guided lessons, quizzes, and scenario challenges.

What is cli-mastery?

A structured learning skill that teaches GitHub Copilot CLI features through guided modules, quizzes, and scenario challenges. Use it to learn slash commands, shortcuts, modes, agents, skills, MCP, and configuration—start by saying "cliexpert".

Guided lessons covering slash commands, shortcuts, modes, agents, skills, MCP, and configuration
Interactive quizzes with 5+ questions per module and XP rewards for correct answers
Scenario-based challenges to apply CLI knowledge in realistic situations
Progress tracking with XP system and skill levels from Newcomer to Wizard
Reference materials and cheat sheets for quick CLI lookups
Final exam to test comprehensive CLI mastery

How to install cli-mastery

npx skills add https://github.com/github/awesome-copilot --skill cli-mastery

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How to use cli-mastery

1.Say 'cliexpert' to initialize and start the first module
2.Work through guided lessons one concept at a time
3.Take quizzes after each lesson to test your understanding
4.Complete scenario challenges to apply knowledge in realistic situations
5.Check your progress and XP level as you advance
6.Review any module or take the final exam when ready

Use cases

Good for

Learning GitHub Copilot CLI features from scratch with structured modules
Testing your knowledge with quizzes after each lesson
Practicing real-world CLI scenarios and challenges
Reviewing specific CLI topics on demand
Preparing for and taking a comprehensive final exam

Who it's for

Developers new to GitHub Copilot CLI
Teams adopting Copilot CLI workflows
Anyone wanting to master slash commands and CLI shortcuts
Users seeking structured, gamified learning with progress tracking

cli-mastery FAQ

How do I start the CLI Mastery skill?

Say 'cliexpert' or 'teach me the Copilot CLI' to begin. The skill will initialize progress tracking and start with the first module.

How does the XP and leveling system work?

You earn XP for lessons (+20), correct quiz answers (+15), perfect quizzes (+50), and scenarios (+30). Levels range from Newcomer (0 XP) to Wizard (1500+ XP).

Can I skip ahead or review specific topics?

Yes. You can request specific CLI references, review any module, or jump to scenarios and the final exam once you've completed the initial modules.

What happens after I complete all 8 modules?

Once you exceed module 8, saying 'cliexpert' offers you the choice to tackle scenarios, take the final exam, or review any previous module.

Is this skill for IDE features or just the CLI?

This skill focuses exclusively on the GitHub Copilot CLI. It does not cover IDE-only features or general coding questions.

Full instructions (SKILL.md)

Source of truth, from github/awesome-copilot.

name: cli-mastery description: 'Interactive training for the GitHub Copilot CLI. Guided lessons, quizzes, scenario challenges, and a full reference covering slash commands, shortcuts, modes, agents, skills, MCP, and configuration. Say "cliexpert" to start.' metadata: version: 1.2.0 license: MIT

Copilot CLI Mastery

UTILITY SKILL — interactive Copilot CLI trainer. INVOKES: ask_user, sql, view USE FOR: "cliexpert", "teach me the Copilot CLI", "quiz me on slash commands", "CLI cheat sheet", "copilot CLI final exam" DO NOT USE FOR: general coding, non-CLI questions, IDE-only features

Routing and Content

Trigger	Action
"cliexpert", "teach me"	Read next `references/module-N-*.md`, teach
"quiz me", "test me"	Read current module, 5+ questions via `ask_user`
"scenario", "challenge"	Read `references/scenarios.md`
"reference"	Read relevant module, summarize
"final exam"	Read `references/final-exam.md`

Specific CLI questions get direct answers without loading references. Reference files in references/ dir. Read on demand with view.

Behavior

On first interaction, initialize progress tracking:

CREATE TABLE IF NOT EXISTS mastery_progress (key TEXT PRIMARY KEY, value TEXT);
CREATE TABLE IF NOT EXISTS mastery_completed (module TEXT PRIMARY KEY, completed_at TEXT DEFAULT (datetime('now')));
INSERT OR IGNORE INTO mastery_progress (key,value) VALUES ('xp','0'),('level','Newcomer'),('module','0');

XP: lesson +20, correct +15, perfect quiz +50, scenario +30. Levels: 0=Newcomer 100=Apprentice 250=Navigator 400=Practitioner 550=Specialist 700=Expert 850=Virtuoso 1000=Architect 1150=Grandmaster 1500=Wizard. Max XP from all content: 1600 (8 modules × 145 + 8 scenarios × 30 + final exam 200).

When module counter exceeds 8 and user says "cliexpert", offer: scenarios, final exam, or review any module.

Rules: ask_user with choices for ALL quizzes/scenarios. Show XP after correct answers. One concept at a time; offer quiz or review after each lesson.