file-hash

name	file-hash
description	Compute stable checksums for one or more files using hashlib algorithms. Use when the user needs reproducible content verification or artifact IDs.
version	1.0.0
author	Zijian Guo
license	MIT
platforms	["linux","macos"]
prerequisites	{"commands":["python3"]}
metadata	{"hermes":{"tags":["agent-tools","checksum","sha256","hash","files"]}}

file-hash - File checksums

Compute file checksums with Python's standard library.

When to Use

• User asks for a file hash or checksum.
• You need to verify generated artifacts.
• You need a stable identifier for file contents.

Script

~/.hermes/skills/file-hash/scripts/file_hash.py

Options

Option	Default	Description
paths	required	One or more files to hash
--algorithm	sha256	Any algorithm supported by hashlib

Pitfalls

• Directories are not supported; pass specific files.