# Python Scratchpad

> Use the existing Python execution tools as a scratchpad for calculations, data transformation, and quick script-based validation.

- Skill: `openbmb/python-scratchpad` (Agent Skill, multi-file: 2 files)
- Install (CLI): `npx skillmds@latest add openbmb/python-scratchpad`
- Raw SKILL.md: https://api.skillmd.com/api/skills/openbmb/python-scratchpad/raw
- Safety review: pending
- Works with: Claude Code, Claude.ai, OpenAI Codex
- Category: Coding & Dev Tools
- Author: OpenBMB (https://skillmd.com/u/openbmb)
- Updated: 2026-09-09
- Page: https://skillmd.com/skills/openbmb/python-scratchpad

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# Python Scratchpad

Use this skill when the task benefits from a short Python script instead of pure reasoning.

This skill is especially useful for:
- arithmetic and unit conversions
- validating regexes or parsing logic
- transforming JSON, CSV, or small text payloads
- checking assumptions with a small reproducible script

Requirements:
- The agent should have access to `execute_code`.

Workflow:
1. If the task needs computation or a repeatable transformation, activate this skill.
2. If you need examples, call `read_skill_file` for `references/examples.md`.
3. Write a short Python script for the exact task.
4. Prefer `execute_code`.
5. Use the script output in the final answer.
6. Keep scripts small and task-specific.

Rules:
1. Prefer standard library Python.
2. Print only the values you need.
3. Do not invent outputs without running the script.
4. If `execute_code` is not available, say exactly: `No Python execution tool is configured for this agent.`
5. Do not claim there is a generic execution-environment problem unless a tool call actually returned such an error.

Expected behavior:
- Explain the result briefly after using the script.
- Include the computed value or transformed output in the final answer.