lima-devbox

🥈Silver

Lima Devbox is a Claude Code skill that automates the setup of Lima VMs as isolated development environments on macOS. It enables safe execution of AI coding agents in a sandboxed VM, preventing system damage or data exposure. Ideal for operations teams running AI agents in YOLO mode.

600Updated 1mo ago

Intermediate30min to implementautomation

Saves ~45 min per use

Quick InstallView Source

git clone https://github.com/recodelabs/lima-devbox.git

Works with:

Claude

Overview

About This Skill

Setup & Installation

Quick Install

No install command available. Check the GitHub repository for manual installation instructions.

Alternative Install (Git Clone)

git clone https://github.com/recodelabs/lima-devbox

Requirements

Claude Code or compatible AI agent
Works with: Claude

Quick Start Guide

Install the Skill

Copy the install command above and run it in your terminal.

Open Your AI Agent

Launch Claude Code, Cursor, or your preferred AI coding agent.

Try It Out

Use the prompt template or examples below to test the skill.

Customize

Adapt the skill to your specific use case and workflow.

Usage Examples

Prompt Template

Set up a Lima VM for [COMPANY] as an isolated development environment on macOS. The VM should be configured with [SOFTWARE_STACK] and [CONFIGURATION]. Ensure it's ready for running AI coding agents in YOLO mode. Provide step-by-step instructions and any necessary commands.

Example Output

# Lima VM Setup for [COMPANY]

## Configuration Details
- **Software Stack**: Python 3.9, Node.js 16, Docker
- **Configuration**: 4 vCPUs, 8GB RAM, 50GB Disk

## Setup Instructions
1. **Install Lima**: Run `brew install lima` in your terminal.
2. **Create VM**: Execute `lima _create_ [COMPANY]-devbox --cpus 4 --memory 8 --disk 50`
3. **Install Software**: SSH into the VM and run the following commands:
   ```bash
   curl -sSL https://install.python-poetry.org | python3 -
   brew install node@16
   brew install --cask docker
   ```
4. **Verify Setup**: Check the installed versions and configurations.

## Notes
- Ensure Docker is running and accessible within the VM.
- Regularly update the software stack to maintain security.