A powerful typing performance monitor that integrates Monkeytype statistics and personalized improvement tips into your AI agent workflow.
Install & Download
1. ClawHub CLI
The fastest way to install a skill directly from the registry.
npx clawhub@latest install monkeytype-tracker
2. Manual Installation
Copy the skill folder to one of these locations
~/.openclaw/skills/ <project>/skills/ Priority: Workspace > Local > Bundled
3. Prompt Installation
Copy this prompt to OpenClaw to install it automatically.
Help me install monkeytype-tracker using Clawhub. If Clawhub is not installed, install it first (npm i -g clawhub).
Prefer to download?
Get the raw skill files in a ZIP archive.
What is Monkeytype Tracker?
The Monkeytype Tracker is a specialized integration designed for the Openclaw Skills ecosystem to help users gamify and improve their typing proficiency. By connecting directly to the Monkeytype API, this skill allows users to monitor their Words Per Minute (WPM), accuracy trends, and personal bests without leaving their terminal or agent interface. It transforms raw typing data into actionable intelligence, helping developers and writers identify specific bottlenecks in their typing rhythm.
This skill is particularly valuable for those who use typing practice as a warm-up or professional development tool. It handles the heavy lifting of data retrieval and analysis, providing a structured way to view progress over time. Whether you are aiming for the global leaderboard or simply trying to hit a consistent 100 WPM, this addition to your Openclaw Skills library provides the necessary feedback loop to succeed.
Monkeytype Tracker Use Cases
- Tracking daily typing progress to ensure consistent improvement in coding or writing speed.
- Analyzing recent test history to identify if accuracy drops during longer 60-second endurance tests.
- Comparing current performance against personal bests to see if you are peaking or plateauing.
- Setting up automated weekly reports to review typing trends and receive tailored coaching tips.
How Monkeytype Tracker Works
- The skill initiates a pre-flight check to locate a valid Monkeytype ApeKey via environment variables or local configuration files.
- It communicates with the Monkeytype API to pull the latest test results, personal bests, and user profile data.
- The raw statistics are passed through an analysis engine that evaluates metrics like Standard Deviation (consistency) and accuracy percentages.
- Depending on the user command, it either generates a real-time status update, a historical comparison, or a leaderboard ranking.
- If automations are enabled, it schedules recurring reports using system-level cron jobs to keep the user informed of their progress.
Monkeytype Tracker Setup
To get started with this entry in the Openclaw Skills collection, you must first obtain an ApeKey from your Monkeytype account settings. Ensure the key is activated by checking the box next to it on the Monkeytype website.
Environment Variable (Recommended):
export MONKEYTYPE_APE_KEY="your_activated_ape_key_here"
Manual Configuration:
Create a file at ~/.openclaw/workspace/config/monkeytype.json with the following structure:
{
"apeKey": "YOUR_KEY_HERE",
"automations": {
"dailyReport": false,
"weeklyReport": true,
"reportTime": "20:00"
}
}
Verify the installation by running the stats command:
python scripts/monkeytype_stats.py stats
Monkeytype Tracker Data Schema & Taxonomy
The skill maintains a structured configuration to manage API access and user preferences. Below is the organization of the data schema used within the Openclaw Skills environment:
| Component | Location / Type | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Config File | ~/.openclaw/workspace/config/monkeytype.json |
Primary storage for API keys and automation flags. |
apeKey |
String | The unique authorization token for Monkeytype API access. |
automations |
Object | Contains dailyReport, weeklyReport, and reportTime settings. |
| Stats Script | scripts/monkeytype_stats.py |
The execution logic for data fetching and report generation. |
Monkeytype Tracker Advanced Features
- Intelligent Coaching Logic: Automatically suggests slowing down for accuracy if your Standard Deviation is too high or your accuracy falls below 95%.
- Stamina Gap Detection: Analyzes the delta between 15s and 60s tests to recommend endurance-based practice.
- Automated Reporting: Supports daily and weekly progress summaries delivered at a user-defined time via cron integration.
- Leaderboard Integration: Real-time lookup of your global ranking across different modes (time vs. words) and durations.
- Streak Monitoring: Tracks your daily typing consistency and alerts you if your practice streak is in danger of being broken.
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