CSV

Purpose

Work with CSV files: parse with the right dialect, validate, clean, and write.

When to Use

• User shares a CSV
• User wants to export data as CSV
• User has a messy CSV and wants it cleaned

Source

Custom skill, written for this library.

Notes

Pairs with data-analysis.

When NOT to Use

Do not use when the request is outside this capability, required context is unavailable, or a safer specialized skill applies.

Capabilities

• Apply the csv workflow consistently.
• Produce a clear, reviewable result.
• Surface assumptions, constraints, and unresolved risks.

Inputs

• The user's goal and desired output.
• Relevant source material, constraints, and environment details.
• Acceptance criteria when available.

Workflow

1. Confirm the goal, scope, and constraints.
2. Inspect the available context before acting.
3. Apply the skill-specific guidance in this document.
4. Verify the result and report limitations or next steps.

Tools

• No mandatory tool unless declared in frontmatter.
• Use only project-approved tools and documented optional dependencies.

Examples

Requests that should activate this skill include: "read this CSV"; "parse CSV"; "clean this CSV".

Safety

• Preserve user data and existing work.
• Confirm before destructive or externally visible actions.
• Do not expose credentials or claim unverified results.