trade

The 'trade' skill provides users with the ability to swap, exchange, or convert tokens on the Base and Polygon blockchains. It addresses the common challenge of managing multiple cryptocurrency tokens by offering a streamlined command-line interface to perform token trades securely and efficiently. Users can convert between popular tokens such as USDC, ETH, and POL using simple commands without needing to interact with complex decentralized finance (DeFi) protocols directly. This skill is especially useful for individuals who want quick token exchanges without navigating web interfaces or smart contract interactions manually.

The skill's primary features include support for multiple amount formats, including dollar notation, decimal numbers, whole tokens, and atomic units, allowing flexibility in specifying trade amounts. It provides input validation to ensure security by preventing shell injection, and supports both token aliases and contract addresses, automatically reading token decimals when necessary. Users can customize their trades with options such as specifying the blockchain network (Base or Polygon), setting slippage tolerance, and receiving output in JSON format. Authentication is required before executing trades to guarantee secure transactions.

Target users include cryptocurrency traders, developers, and anyone managing token portfolios on Base or Polygon who need a fast and reliable tool for token swaps. Use cases range from quickly converting USDC to ETH for investment purposes, selling ETH for POL, or performing automated trades within scripts. Its straightforward syntax, combined with input validation and alias support, makes it accessible to both technical users familiar with command-line tools and less technical users looking for precise token conversion commands.