skills
AssessTechniques
Reusable workflow instructions that guide Codex through repeatable tasks.
Why it's here
Placed in Assess: 2 article(s) of evidence from 2 source(s), led by framework updates, with 1 in the last 30 days. Confidence 44%.
Evidence (2)
- 3InfoQ·8/3/2026framework_updateAzure Guidance on Choosing Skills vs. Sub-Agents
An Azure Architecture blog post by Azure lead engineer Kishorekumar Pattabiraman gives practical guidance on when to use skills, sub-agents, or other patterns in AI system design. The article focuses on reusability, simplicity, and long-term maintainability rather than introducing a new product or model.
- 6OpenAI Blog·4/23/2026framework_updateOpenAI expands Codex with plugins and skills
OpenAI introduced plugins and skills for Codex to help it connect with tools, access data, and follow repeatable workflows. The update is aimed at automating tasks and improving the quality and consistency of Codex-driven work.