How do I install the Vfox skill?

Run npx skillmds@latest add javimosch/vfox in your terminal (requires Node.js), paste this page's agent-chat prompt into Claude, Cursor, or any MCP-connected agent, or download the SKILL.md file and copy it into your agent's skills directory.

What does the Vfox skill do?

Use this skill when the user wants to manage runtime versions, install different versions of Java/Node/Python, or switch between runtime versions. It is listed under Coding & Dev Tools on SkillMD.

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Which AI agents work with Vfox?

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javimosch (@javimosch) published this skill. Their other Agent Skills are listed on their SkillMD profile.

Vfox by javimosch — Agent Skill

Name: Vfox
Author: javimosch

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vfox Plugin

Cross-platform and extendable version manager with support for Java, Node.js, Golang, Python, Flutter, .NET and more. Manage multiple runtime versions easily.

Commands

Version Management

vfox version install — Install runtime version

Utility

vfox _ _ — Passthrough to vfox CLI

Usage Examples

"Install Node.js version"
"Switch Java version"
"Install Python version"
"Manage runtime versions"

Installation

brew install vfox

Or via Go:

go install github.com/version-fox/vfox/cmd/vfox@latest

Examples

# Install Node.js version
vfox version install node 18.0.0

# Install Java version globally
vfox version install java 17 --global

# Install Python version
vfox version install python 3.11

# Install Golang version
vfox version install golang 1.20

# Any vfox command with passthrough
vfox _ _ install node 18.0.0
vfox _ _ use java 17
vfox _ _ list

Key Features

Multi-runtime - Java, Node.js, Python, Go, Flutter, .NET
Cross-platform - Linux, macOS, Windows
Plugin-based - Extensible with plugins
Fast - Quick installation and switching
Shell integration - Works with bash, zsh, fish, PowerShell
Global/Local - Global and project-specific versions
Version list - List available versions
Auto-detect - Auto-detect project runtime
Easy switching - Switch between versions easily
Lightweight - Minimal resource usage

Notes

Supports many programming languages
Plugin-based for extensibility
Can set global or local versions
Shell integration required for full functionality

Frequently asked questions

Vfox