Trigger_Types

What this skill does

Trigger_Types provides a complete reference for configuring automated skill activation based on user prompts and code context. It supports multiple trigger modes, including keyword (explicit) matching, intent pattern (implicit) regex detection, file path glob patterns, and content pattern regex searches within files. These triggers enable precise, context-sensitive skill auto-activation to streamline developer workflows by activating relevant guidance or checks exactly when needed.

Who it's for

This skill is designed for growth leads and agency strategists managing developer enablement platforms who need to automate contextual skill delivery. Performance marketers and SEO specialists working with developer tools may also use it to tailor content activation based on user intent or code location. It is especially useful for teams integrating Metaflow with codebases where triggering skills by intent or file context improves relevance and reduces noise.

Key workflows

Practitioners begin by defining keyword triggers that explicitly match user prompt substrings to activate skills. Next, they configure intent pattern triggers using regex to capture user intent even when the topic isn’t directly mentioned, balancing specificity to avoid false positives or negatives. Then, file path triggers are set up with glob patterns to activate skills based on the file location, including exclusions for test files to prevent irrelevant activations. Finally, content pattern triggers apply regex to file contents, detecting imports or code constructs that signal relevant technologies or frameworks, enabling skill activation tied to actual code context.

Common questions

How do I avoid false positives with intent pattern triggers? Use specific verbs and domain nouns in regex and test thoroughly against real prompts. Can file path triggers exclude test files? Yes, exclusions like `**/*.test.ts` prevent triggering on tests. Are content pattern triggers case-sensitive? They typically use case-insensitive regex to catch variations like `Prisma` and `prisma`.

How to use in Metaflow

Attach the Trigger_Types skill to an agent task by specifying the desired trigger configurations—keywords, intent patterns, file paths, or content patterns—in the task’s metadata. Once set, the skill listens for matching prompts or file edits to auto-activate the relevant skill workflows. You can expect precise, context-aware skill activation that aligns with developer intent and code context, improving task relevance and efficiency. For details on configuring and optimizing triggers, consult...

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