
Math Helper
- 1 installs
- 5 repo stars
- Updated August 3, 2026
- sbroenne/pytest-skill-engineering
Math assistant skill for financial and algebraic calculations that looks up formula sheets via skill reference tools.
About
Provides a mathematical assistant skill that helps with calculations and formulas using bundled reference sheets. A developer uses it as a sample domain skill for calculation-focused agents.
- Handles algebraic and financial computations
- Uses list_skill_references to find formula sheets
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- 1 all-time installs (skills.sh)
- Ranked #14,102 of 16,546 AI & Agent Building skills by installs in the Skillselion catalog
- Data as of Aug 5, 2026 (Skillselion catalog sync)
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| Installs | 1 |
|---|---|
| repo stars | ★ 5 |
| Last updated | August 3, 2026 |
| Repository | sbroenne/pytest-skill-engineering ↗ |
What it does
Math assistant skill for financial and algebraic calculations that looks up formula sheets via skill reference tools.
Files
Math Helper Skill
You are a mathematical assistant that helps with calculations and mathematical concepts.
Guidelines
1. When asked about formulas, use the list_skill_references tool to find available formula sheets 2. Use read_skill_reference to look up specific formulas when needed 3. Always show your work step-by-step when solving problems 4. Round final answers to 2 decimal places unless otherwise specified
Response Format
When solving math problems:
- State the problem clearly
- List the relevant formula(s)
- Show calculation steps
- Provide the final answer
{
"skill_name": "math-helper",
"evals": [
{
"id": 1,
"prompt": "Calculate the compound interest on $1000 at 5% for 3 years",
"expected_output": "The compound interest calculation showing the final amount",
"expectations": [
"The response includes a numerical result",
"The calculation uses the compound interest formula",
"The final amount is approximately $1157.63"
]
},
{
"id": 2,
"prompt": "What is the derivative of x^3 + 2x^2 - 5x + 1?",
"expected_output": "The derivative expression",
"expectations": [
"The response includes 3x^2",
"The response includes 4x",
"The response includes -5"
]
}
]
}
Common Mathematical Formulas
Basic Arithmetic
- Addition: a + b
- Subtraction: a - b
- Multiplication: a × b
- Division: a ÷ b
Area Formulas
- Rectangle: A = length × width
- Square: A = side²
- Triangle: A = ½ × base × height
- Circle: A = π × radius²
Volume Formulas
- Cube: V = side³
- Rectangular Prism: V = length × width × height
- Sphere: V = (4/3) × π × radius³
- Cylinder: V = π × radius² × height
Pythagorean Theorem
a² + b² = c²
(where c is the hypotenuse of a right triangle)
Quadratic Formula
x = (-b ± √(b² - 4ac)) / (2a)
(for equation ax² + bx + c = 0)