A gamification skill that applies speedrun mechanics like timer splits and personal bests to software engineering tasks.
Install & Download
1. ClawHub CLI
The fastest way to install a skill directly from the registry.
npx clawhub@latest install speed-run
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 speed-run 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 Speed Run?
Speed Run is a specialized tool within the Openclaw Skills ecosystem designed to turn software development into a high-performance challenge. By incorporating mechanics from the speedrunning community—such as Any%, 100%, and Glitchless categories—this skill helps developers track their efficiency across various phases of the coding lifecycle. It focuses on understanding the development process, identifying bottlenecks, and providing a dopamine-driven framework for self-improvement.
Whether you are fixing a critical bug or shipping a new feature, Speed Run allows you to time your progress, compare results against previous records, and analyze split data. It transforms routine work into an engaging competition against yourself, fostering a deeper mastery of your tools and workflows through structured optimization.
Speed Run Use Cases
- Tracking time spent on bug reproduction and root cause analysis to identify skill gaps.
- Gamifying hackathon sessions or Friday afternoon tasks to maintain high energy and focus.
- Implementing Any% runs for rapid prototyping where speed is prioritized over code quality.
- Executing 100% runs for production-ready code that requires full test coverage and documentation.
- Overcoming procrastination by using a live timer to create a sense of urgency and flow.
How Speed Run Works
- Select a speedrun category such as Any%, 100%, or Low% based on the task requirements.
- Start the timer to initiate the first split, typically beginning when the bug report or ticket is read.
- Transition through predefined splits like Reproduce, Root Cause, Write Fix, and Test as you complete each phase.
- Stop the timer once the completion criteria (e.g., CI deployment or PR approval) are met.
- Review the finish screen to see if you set a new personal best and analyze split-specific performance.
- Read the generated commentary and optimization tips to improve your strategy for the next run.
Speed Run Setup
To begin using this skill within the Openclaw Skills framework, ensure your environment is configured for your specific OS (Darwin, Linux, or Win32). No external API keys or dependencies are required.
Install the skill via your agent manager:
openclaw install speed-run
Start a new run by invoking the command with your chosen category:
speed-run start --category "100% Bug Fix"
Speed Run Data Schema & Taxonomy
Speed Run organizes performance data based on task categories and individual splits. It maintains a local history of runs to calculate personal bests and improvements.
| Data Point | Description |
|---|---|
| Category | The ruleset for the run (Any%, 100%, Glitchless, etc.) |
| Splits | Individual timestamps for task phases (Reproduce, Design, Test, etc.) |
| Personal Best (PB) | The fastest recorded time for a specific category |
| Gold Splits | The fastest time ever recorded for an individual phase |
| Lifetime Stats | Aggregate data including total runs, total time, and average improvement |
Speed Run Advanced Features
- Multi-category support including Any% for speed-focused tasks and 100% for full quality compliance.
- Automated split analysis comparing current pace against personal bests in real-time.
- Custom trick tracking to log specific workflow optimizations like Blame Skip or TDD routes.
- Post-run commentary providing technical insights into where time was saved or lost.
- New Game+ mode for re-implementing tasks with increased constraints and stricter requirements.
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