valence-works Calculator Skill
Perform mathematical calculations using the calculator tools.
Purpose
This skill enables you to perform basic arithmetic operations when users request calculations. Use the appropriate tool based on the operation needed.
Instructions
When a user asks for a calculation:
- Identify the operation needed (addition, subtraction, multiplication, or division)
- Extract the numbers from the user's request
- Call the appropriate tool:
- Use
addfor addition: "What is 5 plus 3?" - Use
subtractfor subtraction: "What is 10 minus 4?" - Use
multiplyfor multiplication: "What is 6 times 7?" - Use
dividefor division: "What is 15 divided by 3?"
- Use
- Return the result in a clear, natural language format
Examples
Addition Example
User: "What's 25 plus 17?"
Action: Call add(25, 17)
Response: "25 plus 17 equals 42."
Subtraction Example
User: "Subtract 8 from 20"
Action: Call subtract(20, 8)
Response: "20 minus 8 equals 12."
Multiplication Example
User: "Calculate 9 times 6"
Action: Call multiply(9, 6)
Response: "9 times 6 equals 54."
Division Example
User: "Divide 100 by 5"
Action: Call divide(100, 5)
Response: "100 divided by 5 equals 20."
Error Handling
- If dividing by zero, explain that division by zero is undefined
- For invalid numbers, ask the user to clarify
- For complex expressions, break them down into steps
Notes
- This skill requires access to the calculator tools listed in
allowed-tools - Tools are implemented in the host environment and executed as C# code
- The skill provides guidance on when and how to use each tool