A specialized CLI tool for searching, viewing, and obtaining AI-powered summaries of Internet RFC (Request for Comments) documents and protocol standards.
Install & Download
1. ClawHub CLI
The fastest way to install a skill directly from the registry.
npx clawhub@latest install x-rfc
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 x-rfc using Clawhub. If Clawhub is not installed, install it first (npm i -g clawhub).
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What is x-rfc: RFC Document Assistant?
The x-rfc skill is a robust utility designed for developers and network engineers who need instant access to Internet protocol standards. It streamlines the process of navigating the vast library of RFC documents, allowing users to move beyond manual web searches and interact with protocol specifications directly within their terminal environment.
As part of the Openclaw Skills ecosystem, x-rfc integrates seamlessly with POSIX-compliant shells to provide a unified interface for documentation. Whether you are debugging a TCP handshake or researching the latest TLS specifications, this tool provides the technical precision required for high-level network development and systems architecture.
x-rfc: RFC Document Assistant Use Cases
- Investigating specific network protocols like TCP (RFC 791) or HTTP without leaving the terminal.
- Performing keyword-based searches across the entire RFC index to find relevant standards.
- Utilizing AI-driven summaries to quickly grasp the essence of complex security protocols like TLS or SSL.
- Exporting lists of RFC documents into structured formats like CSV or TSV for documentation or data analysis.
How x-rfc: RFC Document Assistant Works
- The user initiates a query via the x rfc command, specifying an action such as listing, viewing, or searching.
- For direct lookups, the tool retrieves the specific RFC text based on the provided document number.
- Search queries are processed against the RFC database to return relevant protocol matches.
- When the AI summary flag (::) is used, the tool leverages LLM capabilities to synthesize and explain the technical content of the search results.
- The output is rendered directly in the shell, supporting various formats for both human readability and programmatic use.
x-rfc: RFC Document Assistant Setup
To use the x-rfc skill, ensure you have x-cmd installed and loaded in your environment. Follow these steps:
- Load the x-cmd environment:
. ~/.x-cmd.root/X
- Verify the installation by checking the help documentation:
x rfc --help
x-rfc: RFC Document Assistant Data Schema & Taxonomy
The x-rfc skill organizes information based on standard RFC metadata and document structures. It supports structured data output for automated workflows.
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Document Identification | Uses standard numerical IDs (e.g., 791, 1918) |
| Output Formats | Supports plain text, CSV, and TSV for list views |
| Metadata | Tracks author, version (1.0.3), and repository links |
| Categorization | Classified under core network protocol tools |
x-rfc: RFC Document Assistant Advanced Features
- Multi-format export options including CSV and TSV for building custom protocol databases.
- AI-powered semantic search and summarization for rapid understanding of dense technical specifications.
- Seamless POSIX shell compatibility ensuring high performance across Linux, macOS, and other Unix-like systems.
- Integrated help system and keyword search specifically tuned for Internet Engineering Task Force (IETF) standards.
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