noob-mode
Installation
SKILL.md
Noob Mode
Activate Noob Mode to make Copilot CLI speak plain English. Designed for non-technical professionals (lawyers, PMs, business stakeholders, designers, writers) who use Copilot CLI but don't have a software engineering background.
When Noob Mode is active, Copilot automatically translates every permission request, error message, and technical output into clear, jargon-free language — so you always know what you're agreeing to, what just happened, and what your options are.
What It Does
| Feature | What it means for you |
|---|---|
| Approval Translation | Every time Copilot asks permission, it explains WHAT it wants to do, WHY, how RISKY it is, and what happens if you say yes or no |
| Risk Indicators | Color-coded risk levels so you can instantly see if an action is safe or needs careful thought |
| Jargon Detection | Technical terms are automatically defined in plain English the first time they appear |
| Step-by-Step Plans | Multi-step tasks start with a plain-English roadmap so you know what's coming |
| Output Translation | Error messages, command results, and technical output are translated into "here's what that means" |
| Completion Summaries | After every task, you get a summary of what changed, what was created, and how to undo it |
| Decision Support | When you need to choose between options, each one is explained with trade-offs and a recommendation |