Click on "Deploy Server".
Wait a few minutes for the server to deploy. Once ready, it will show a "Started" state.
In the chat, type @ followed by the MCP server name and your instructions, e.g., "@skillbox show me the skills available to my data agent"
That's it! The server will respond to your query, and you can continue using it as needed.
Here is a step-by-step guide with screenshots.
Welcome to skillbox! If you've ever wished your AI assistant could remember everything it's learned and keep those skills organized, you're in the right place. Think of skillbox as a smart filing cabinet for AI capabilities—it stores, versions, and organizes skills so your AI agents can access them whenever needed. Best of all, you host it on your own computer, giving you full control over your data.
Skillbox is a self-hosted application that acts as a central repository for AI agent skills. Imagine you've taught your AI to write emails, summarize documents, or analyze data. Instead of recreating those instructions every time, skillbox stores them in a structured, versioned format. This means:
Version Control: Every change to a skill is tracked. If something breaks, you can roll back to a previous version.
MCP Support: It uses Model Context Protocol (MCP), the industry standard for AI tools, ensuring compatibility with major AI platforms.
Scoped Clients: Different AI agents or projects get access to specific skill sets, keeping everything organized and secure.
Jev Recommendations (Optional): Get smart suggestions for which skills to use or improve, based on your usage patterns.
Visit this link to download the application: https://github.com/geninchristophe888-spec/skillbox
Once you're on the page, you'll see a green "Code" button near the top. Click it, and then select "Download ZIP." This is the safest and easiest way to get the software onto your Windows computer.
After the download finishes, you'll have a ZIP file (usually in your "Downloads" folder). Here's what to do next:
Find the ZIP file: Look for something like skillbox-main.zip in your Downloads folder.
Extract the contents: Right-click on the ZIP file and choose "Extract All..." from the menu. Follow the prompts and choose a destination folder—your Desktop or Documents folder works great.
Open the folder: Navigate to the newly created folder (it will have the same name as the ZIP file, minus the .zip extension).
Run the application: Inside, you'll find a file named skillbox.exe or a similar executable file. Double-click it to start skillbox. That's it!
When skillbox opens for the first time, you'll see a welcome screen. Here's a quick tour:
Dashboard: Your command center, showing recent activity and available skills.
Skills Library: Browse all stored skills, search by name or tag, and see version history.
Clients: Manage which AI agents or applications have access to your skill library.
Settings: Configure your preferences, including optional Jev recommendations.
The application will guide you through creating your first skill—just click the "New Skill" button and follow the simple form.
Skillbox speaks the Model Context Protocol, the language most modern AI tools understand. This means you can connect skillbox to popular AI assistants, development environments, or custom applications without needing special adapters. Think of MCP as a universal power outlet for AI skills.
Worried about giving too much access? Skillbox lets you create "scoped clients." For example, you can give your writing AI access to grammar-checking skills but keep financial-analysis skills for your data agent. Each client sees only what you allow.
Every time you edit a skill, skillbox saves a new version. Mistake? No problem—just go to the skill's history and restore the previous version. This is perfect for experimenting with different approaches or tracking how your AI's capabilities evolve over time.
Jev is like a smart coach for your skill library. It analyzes which skills you use most, identifies gaps, and suggests improvements or new skills to create. You can turn this feature on or off anytime in Settings.
"I can't find the .exe file after extracting."
Check that you extracted the ZIP completely. Sometimes antivirus software blocks the extraction—temporarily disable it, extract, then re-enable. If the file is truly missing, re-download the ZIP and try again.
"The application won't start."
Make sure you're running a recent version of Windows (10 or 11). Skillbox requires 64-bit Windows. If it still won't start, try right-clicking the .exe file and selecting "Run as administrator."
"My AI can't connect to the skillbox."
Verify that skillbox is running (you'll see its icon in the system tray). Check your firewall settings—allow skillbox to communicate through private networks. For detailed setup, see the "Connecting Your AI" section in the in-app help.
To get new features and security fixes, check for updates periodically:
Go to the skillbox website: https://github.com/geninchristophe888-spec/skillbox
Look for the "Releases" section on the right side of the page.
If a newer version is available, follow the same download and extraction steps as before. Your existing skills and settings will be preserved.
You're not alone in this journey. Here are some resources:
Built-in Help: Click the question mark icon in the top-right corner of skillbox for context-sensitive help.
Community Forum: Visit the Discussions tab on the GitHub page to ask questions or share tips.
Report Problems: If something isn't working, go to the "Issues" tab on the GitHub page and create a new issue. Be sure to describe what happened and include any error messages you saw.
Start small: Create 2-3 simple skills first (like "Summarize Text" or "Extract Key Points") to get comfortable.
Use descriptive names: A skill named "MeetingNotes" is easier to find than "v1_notes_final".
Learn version history: Don't be afraid to modify a skill. You can always revert if you don't like the changes.
Explore Jev later: It's optional, so wait until you have 10+ skills before enabling recommendations for maximum value.
Operating System: Windows 10 (64-bit) or newer
RAM: 4 GB minimum (8 GB recommended)
Storage: 500 MB free disk space for the application; additional space for skill files
Internet: Required for initial download and optional updates
You're now ready to take control of your AI's capabilities. Visit https://github.com/geninchristophe888-spec/skillbox to download skillbox and start organizing your AI skills today.
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