# Kernel Core

> Use when coordinating non-trivial coding-agent tasks. Do not use for trivial one-line edits unless the touched area is high-risk.

- Skill: `mattbaconz/kernel-core` (Agent Skill)
- Install (CLI): `npx skillmds@latest add mattbaconz/kernel-core`
- Raw SKILL.md: https://api.skillmd.com/api/skills/mattbaconz/kernel-core/raw
- Safety review: pending
- Works with: Claude Code, Claude.ai, OpenAI Codex
- Category: AI & ML
- Author: mattbaconz (https://skillmd.com/u/mattbaconz)
- Updated: 2026-09-17
- Page: https://skillmd.com/skills/mattbaconz/kernel-core

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# kernel-core

## Purpose

Coordinate task contracts, verification, evidence, and handoff discipline for non-trivial agent work.

## Trigger

Use when a coding-agent task requires durable context, quality gates, or evidence-backed completion.

## Workflow

1. Read the current task contract.
2. Select relevant quality gates.
3. Record evidence before completion.

## Output

Writes or updates `.agent/state/current-task.md` and `.agent/evidence/` artifacts when filesystem access is available.